Fasolakia Green Bean Side Dish

Delight your taste buds with Fasolakia, a traditional Greek green bean side dish that's as comforting as it is flavorful. Tender green beans and hearty potatoes simmer in a rich, aromatic tomato sauce made with fresh ripe tomatoes, a hint of tomato paste, and fragrant garlic. The addition of parsley and a drizzle of olive oil elevate this Mediterranean classic, creating a dish that's hearty yet light. Perfect as a side dish or a simple vegetarian main, this recipe captures the essence of homemade Greek cooking in under an hour. Serve it warm or at room temperature with crusty bread to soak up the luscious sauce, and bring a taste of the Mediterranean straight to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams green beans
• 60 milliliters olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 3 pieces garlic cloves
• 4 medium ripe tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 medium potato
• 240 milliliters water
• 2 tablespoons parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the green beans, cutting off the ends. If the beans are long, cut them in half.

Step 2

Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Peel and dice the potato into small cubes.

Step 3

Grate the tomatoes or blend them until smooth to create a fresh tomato puree.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 6

Stir in the green beans and cubed potato, mixing well to coat them in the oil.

Step 7

Add the fresh tomato puree, tomato paste, water, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then cover the pot and lower the heat to a simmer.

Step 9

Cook for 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans and potatoes are tender, and the sauce has thickened. Add a small amount of water if needed to prevent sticking.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper, if necessary.

Step 11

Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the dish before serving for added freshness.

Step 12

Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish or a simple, hearty meal with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1682.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1069.4

Total Fat 65.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.9g
Cholesterol 4.5mg	0%
Sodium 3299.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 113.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.3g	0%
Total Sugars 43.7g
Protein 21.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 347.2mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 3410.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.4%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 40.1%