This simple and tasty Mediterranean dish is ideal to accompany a meal or to be enjoyed on its own. Tomato green beans, or fasolakia , are simmered in a fragrant tomato sauce, which gives them a flavor that is a bit different from our French green beans.

Green beans with tomatoes, Fasolakia (Greece)

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

Difficulty: Beginner Servings: 4

Author: Gluten Escape Cooking method: Traditional

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 g fresh or frozen green beans

• 2 tomatoes , peeled and diced

• 1 onion , chopped

• 2 cloves of garlic, chopped

• 3 tbsp 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. Prepare the vegetables: In a large saucepan or high skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until translucent.
2. Adding the tomatoes: Add 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 your preference.
5. Serving: Serve the green beans hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Keywords: Green beans with tomatoes, Greek green beans,

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