Description
A simple and delicious Italian-inspired side dish featuring fresh green beans baked with seasoned diced tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and bread crumbs for a flavorful and hearty vegetable option.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 pound fresh green beans (trimmed)
- 1 (14.5-oz) can diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano, drained
Seasonings & Toppings
- ¼ tsp garlic salt
- ¼ tsp Italian seasoning
- â…› tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 Tbsp bread crumbs
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375ºF. Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Arrange Green Beans: Spread the trimmed fresh green beans evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating a flat layer.
- Add Tomatoes and Season: Spoon the drained diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano evenly over the green beans. Then sprinkle garlic salt, Italian seasoning, and black pepper evenly on top to infuse the dish with classic Italian flavors.
- Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the tomato and green bean layers to add a crispy, cheesy crust.
- Bake: Place the baking dish uncovered in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the topping to become golden and crisp.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil the dish for the last 2-3 minutes—but watch carefully to avoid burning.
- You can add a drizzle of olive oil over the green beans before baking for richer flavor.
- Fresh herbs like basil or parsley can be added as garnish after baking for added freshness.
- To make this gluten-free, substitute gluten-free bread crumbs.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
