Green Beans with Tomatoes and Feta Cheese Fasolakia Me Domata Ka
Transform your dinner table with the Mediterranean-inspired flavors of "Green Beans with Tomatoes and Feta Cheese" (Fasolakia Me Domata). This traditional Greek dish features tender green beans simmered in a rich tomato sauce infused with the warmth of garlic, onions, and oregano. A finishing touch of creamy, tangy feta cheese and fresh parsley elevates this already delectable recipe to new heights. Perfect as a vibrant side dish or a satisfying vegetarian main course, this dish pairs wonderfully with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the savory sauce. Simple to prepare with wholesome ingredients like canned tomatoes, olive oil, and fresh produce, this one-pot recipe is a celebration of sunny Greek flavors that’s both comforting and wholesome.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 250 milliliters water
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 100 grams feta cheese
Instructions
Wash and trim the ends of the green beans.
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Finely chop the onion and sauté it in the olive oil until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the pot. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and sugar. Cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Add the green beans to the pot and stir well to coat them in the tomato mixture.
Pour in the water, then season with dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the green beans are tender but not mushy.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
Remove the pot from the heat and sprinkle the dish with chopped fresh parsley.
Transfer the green beans and tomato sauce to a serving dish and top with crumbled feta cheese.
Serve warm as a side dish or as a light vegetarian main course with crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1236 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.3 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.4 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 97 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 4081 mg | 177% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.6 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.8 g | 103% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.9 g | ||
| Protein | 30.9 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 902 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2512 mg | 53% | |
*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.
