Greek Green Beans
Transport your taste buds to the sunny Mediterranean with this authentic Greek Green Beans recipe, a traditional dish brimming with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Tender green beans are gently simmered in a rich, aromatic tomato sauce infused with olive oil, garlic, and a touch of oregano, then finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a bright, herbaceous note. Perfect as a comforting side dish or a light vegetarian main, this one-pot wonder is both healthy and satisfying. Ready in under an hour, this recipe balances simplicity with gourmet appeal, making it ideal for busy weeknights or elegant Mediterranean-inspired dinners. Pair it with crusty bread to savor every last drop of the luscious sauce! Keywords: Greek green beans, Mediterranean recipe, vegetarian side dish, tomato sauce, one-pot recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams green beans
- 60 milliliters olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 400 grams crushed tomatoes
- 120 milliliters water
- 15 grams fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans by cutting off the stems.
Peel and finely dice the onion, and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the green beans to the pot and stir to coat them in the oil, cooking for about 2-3 minutes.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and water, and stir to combine.
Add the dried oregano, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and let the green beans simmer gently for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender and the sauce has thickened.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the dish just before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy with crusty bread for a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
313 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.2 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2984 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.6 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.0 g | ||
| Protein | 14.3 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 325 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2164 mg | 46% | |
*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.
