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Greek green beans served on a white rectangular plate.

Greek Green Beans (Fasolakia Lathera)

Chef Jenn
Greek Green Beans, also called Fasolakia Lathera, are slow-cooked with olive oil, tomatoes, and herbs for a rich, satisfying, and healthy Mediterranean dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Greek, Mediterranean
Servings 4
Calories 216 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ½ onion sliced thinly
  • 1 pound green beans trimmed and cut in half
  • 2 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1 potato cut into ¼-inch slices or half-moons
  • 2 tomatoes grated or very finely chopped
  • ¼ cup parsley
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a heavy-bottomed pot or skillet. Add the sliced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. This creates the aromatic base of the dish.
  • Add the sliced potato to the pot and cook for an additional 3 minutes, just until heated through and coated with oil.
  • Stir in the trimmed green beans, grated tomato, and minced garlic, mixing well to combine.
  • Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, then stir in the chopped parsley. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and allow the mixture to simmer gently for about 20 minutes, or until the green beans and potatoes are tender and the flavors have melded together.
  • Uncover the pot and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes, or until most of the liquid has evaporated.
  • Adjust the seasoning as needed and serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Notes

Chef Jenn's Tips

  • Grating fresh tomatoes creates a puree without needing a food processor. This old technique works well, but you could also pulse the tomatoes in a blender or food processor. The goal is to have a thick, slightly chunky consistency—not too watery.
  • Regular green beans are great for this recipe, but romano beans can also be used.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 216kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 307mgPotassium: 656mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1612IUVitamin C: 39mgCalcium: 66mgIron: 2mg

A Note on Nutritional Information

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