This simple and flavorful Mediterranean dish is ideal as a side dish or enjoyed on its own. The green beans in tomato sauce, or fasolakia , are simmered in a fragrant tomato sauce, giving them a slightly different flavor than our French-style green beans.

Green beans with tomatoes, Fasolakia (Greece)

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Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time 25 mins Total time 30 minutes

Difficulty: Beginner Servings: 4 Special regime:

Suitable for gluten-free use

Cooking method: Traditional

Ingredients

Servings

• 500g of fresh or frozen green beans

• 2 tomatoes , peeled and diced

• 1 onion , chopped

• 2 cloves of garlic, chopped

• 3 tablespoons of olive oil

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• ^1/2 _tsp sweet paprika​

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 100 ml vegetable broth (gluten-free)

• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Preparation

1. Preparing the vegetables: In a large saucepan or deep frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until translucent.
2. Adding the tomatoes: Stir in the diced tomatoes, paprika, and oregano. Cook for about 5 minutes until the tomatoes begin to release their juices.
3. Cooking the green beans: Add the green beans and vegetable stock. Mix well, cover and simmer over low heat for 20-25 minutes, or until the beans are tender.
4. Seasoning: Add salt and pepper to taste.
5. Serving: Serve the green beans hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Keywords: Green beans with tomato, Greek-style green beans

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