Whole30 Green Beans in Tomato Sauce
Transform your dinner table with these savory and wholesome Whole30 Green Beans in Tomato Sauce—a vibrant vegetable dish that brings fresh, tender green beans to life in a rich, aromatic tomato sauce. Perfect for Whole30 and paleo diets, this recipe combines the natural sweetness of crushed tomatoes with the warm, earthy flavors of oregano, basil, and garlic, all simmered to perfection. The dish is prepared in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight option that's both healthy and satisfying. With a hint of optional red pepper flakes for a touch of heat, these green beans serve beautifully as a comforting side dish or a light, nutritious main course. Whether you're meal-prepping or simply looking for a clean, flavorful addition to your repertoire, this gluten-free, dairy-free recipe is sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 400 grams crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 250 milliliters vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent and softened.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Step 4
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and add the tomato paste, stirring to combine.
Step 5
Gradually add the vegetable broth, dried oregano, dried basil, sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using. Mix well.
Step 6
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cook for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet, stirring to coat them evenly with the tomato sauce.
Step 8
Cover the skillet and let the dish simmer for another 15 minutes, or until the green beans are tender to your liking.
Step 9
Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary. Serve warm as a side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1321.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 669.7 |
| Total Fat 31.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1834.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 88.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 25.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 38.5g | |
| Protein 20.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 364.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2742.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories