Greek Style Green Beans with Tomatoes and Feta Cheese
Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Greek Style Green Beans with Tomatoes and Feta Cheese. Tender green beans are slowly simmered in a rich, aromatic tomato sauce infused with garlic, onions, and oregano, creating a comforting yet healthy dish. A generous sprinkle of creamy, tangy feta cheese adds the perfect finishing touch, while optional fresh parsley brings a burst of color and freshness. Ideal as a hearty vegetarian main or an elegant side dish, this recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a delicious way to bring the bold, wholesome flavors of Greek cuisine to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans, trimmed
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 240 milliliters water
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 150 grams crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir frequently to prevent burning.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, water, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet, ensuring they are evenly coated in the tomato mixture.
Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are tender and the sauce has thickened.
Remove the lid and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes if the sauce needs further reduction.
Transfer the green beans and tomato mixture to a serving dish.
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish or as a light vegetarian main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1198 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.1 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.8 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 141 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 5394 mg | 235% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.9 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.1 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.3 g | ||
| Protein | 42.1 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 914 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2179 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.
