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A plate with Greek green beans with potatoes in tomato sauce, some fresh basil. On the table, a napkin, utensils and a piece of bread.
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Greek Green Beans In Tomato Sauce

Greek Green Beans in tomato sauce-fasolakia ladera is a popular traditional dish, especially in the summer. This is such an easy recipe for the most delicious green beans.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Greek
Diet Vegetarian
Servings 6
Calories 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs fresh green beans rinsed, drained and trimmed
  • lb baby potatoes cut in half
  • cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 28 oz San Marzano tomatoes like Gustarosso
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs like parsley, basil, or oregano chopped
  • dried oregano
  • freshly ground pepper
  • sea salt

Instructions

  • Heat half of the olive oil in a stockpot.
    Saute the chopped onion for a few minutes on medium heat until transparent and fragrant. Add the minced garlic and saute for another minute.
  • Add the green beans, potatoes, and tomatoes. Season with sea salt and pepper and a pinch or two of dried oregano. Stir ingredients and mix well.
    Cover the pot and simmer over low heat for forty minutes. After forty minutes, add the remaining olive oil and fresh herbs.
    Simmer for another five to ten minutes until most of the liquid has reduced.
  • Serve with crusty warm bread and feta cheese.

Notes

  • Feel free to use fresh or frozen beans depending on your preferences and time. With fresh beans, you must first wash them in plenty of water and drain them well. Trim both ends. 
  • Avoid adding water to the pot. Let beans simmer in their liquid and the tomato juice.
  • Always check how much liquid is in the pot during cooking. If needed add a little (like 1/4 cup) warm water or broth. 
 
Nutritional Info – Please remember that the nutritional information provided is only estimated and can vary based on the products used.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Sodium: 189mg | Potassium: 959mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 1442IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 116mg | Iron: 4mg