Sauteed Green Beans and Cherry Tomatoes

Sauteed Green Beans and Cherry Tomatoes

INGREDIENTS:

• Two tsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 pound green beans, trimmed
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes. halves
• 1-2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
• salt and pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS:

1. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add green beans and cook, stirring often, until seared in spots, 2 to 3 minutes.
2. Add water, cover, reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes for tender-crisp or 6 minutes for tender.
3. Push the beans to the side; add the remaining 1 teaspoon oil and garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
4. Add tomatoes, stir everything together and cook until the tomatoes begin to break down, 2 to 3 minutes.
5. Remove from heat; stir in vinegar, salt and pepper.