Cretan Green Beans
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this authentic Cretan Green Beans recipe, a heartwarming vegetarian dish bursting with earthy aromas and wholesome goodness. Fresh green beans are gently simmered with tender potatoes, sweet carrots, and flavorful ripe tomatoes, creating a rich, savory sauce infused with garlic, parsley, and aromatic oregano. A generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil elevates this simple yet satisfying recipe, which can be served as a hearty main course with crusty bread or as an elegant side dish for your favorite Greek or Mediterranean meals. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, this one-pot wonder is both nourishing and irresistibly delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g green beans (fresh or frozen)
- 60 ml extra virgin olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 400 g ripe tomatoes, crushed (fresh or canned)
- 1 medium potato, peeled and cubed
- 1 medium carrot, peeled and sliced
- 10 g fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 250 ml water or vegetable stock
Instructions
Wash the green beans thoroughly, trimming the ends and cutting them in half if they are long.
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the crushed tomatoes to the pot and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Mix in the cubed potato and sliced carrot, then stir to coat them in the tomato sauce.
Add the green beans to the pot, along with the parsley, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Pour in the water or vegetable stock, ensuring the beans are lightly covered. Adjust the liquid amount if needed.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
Simmer for 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are tender and the sauce has thickened. Check the potatoes and carrots to ensure they are fully cooked.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired. Enjoy as a main dish with crusty bread or as a side to complement other Mediterranean dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
244 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.8 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 745 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 843 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
