Low Fat Green Beans in Tomato Sauce
Transform your everyday side dish into a healthy and flavorful delight with this Low Fat Green Beans in Tomato Sauce recipe. Packed with tender green beans simmered in a luscious tomato sauce infused with garlic, onion, and aromatic herbs like oregano and basil, this dish is as nourishing as it is delicious. With just a tablespoon of olive oil, it’s a perfect low-fat option that doesn’t compromise on taste. Ready in under 40 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is an ideal choice for busy weeknights or a light vegetarian main course. Serve it warm, and let the vibrant Mediterranean-inspired flavors shine on your table!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 400 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 250 ml vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Begin by washing and trimming the green beans. Cut them into 2-inch pieces.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the finely chopped onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Step 4
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant, making sure it does not burn.
Step 5
Add the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper to the pan.
Step 6
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
Step 7
Add the green beans to the pan, ensuring they are mostly submerged in the sauce.
Step 8
Cover the pan with a lid and let the green beans simmer on low-medium heat for about 20 minutes, or until they are tender but still maintain a slight crunch.
Step 9
Stir the green beans occasionally to ensure they are evenly coated with the tomato sauce.
Step 10
Once cooked, taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
Step 11
Serve warm as a side dish or light main course. Enjoy your low-fat green beans in tomato sauce!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1325.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 558.6 |
| Total Fat 18.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2307.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 93.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 29.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 44.0g | |
| Protein 21.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 390.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3138.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories