Best 7 Grecian Green Beans In Tomato Sauce Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and flavorful side dish to complement your main course? Grecian green beans in tomato sauce is a classic Mediterranean dish that is sure to impress your taste buds. This vibrant dish combines the fresh, crisp texture of green beans with a rich, tangy tomato sauce, creating a harmonious blend of flavors that will tantalize your senses. Once you try this delectable dish, it's sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GREEN BEANS IN TOMATO SAUCE



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I had these beans at a dinner party. I'm so glad the hostess was willing to share the recipe. A very unique and different way to serve fresh green beans.

Provided by Patti Terranova

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes including juice
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 pinch white sugar, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of lightly-salted water to a boil; stir in the green beans and return to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium, and cook the green beans until just tender, about 8 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir the onion, 1 clove of garlic, and parsley in the hot oil until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, wine vinegar, and cumin; bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 30 minutes to thicken the sauce. Transfer the sauce to a bowl.
  • In a clean skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-low heat; cook and stir 1 clove of chopped garlic in the hot oil until fragrant beginning to brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Return the cooked green beans to the skillet; cook and stir to reheat the beans and coat them with oil. Pour the sauce over the beans and stir to coat. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 103.5 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

GRECIAN GREEN BEANS IN TOMATO SAUCE



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The tomato taste and seasonings are worth the time and effort. Try the sauce with okra, too. Enjoy!

Provided by Lori A.

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
6 tablespoons lemon juice
1 medium onion, chopped
¾ cup olive oil
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons dried parsley
1 cup water
salt and pepper to taste
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Place the green beans in a pot, and mix in the lemon juice, onion, olive oil, tomatoes, tomato sauce, parsley, water, salt and pepper, and bay leaf. Cook 45 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sauce is thickened. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Carbohydrate 13.9 g, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 245.3 mg, Sugar 5 g

GREEN BEANS WITH TOMATO SAUCE



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As an alternative to green bean casserole, serve up a saucy Italian side dish sporting festive red and green colors. Also try this sauce with asparagus, broccoli or Brussels sprouts. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut in half
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place green beans in a steamer basket. Place basket in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water; bring to a boil. Steam, covered, 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Transfer to a serving bowl., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until tender. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes. Drizzle over beans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 642mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

GRECIAN GREEN BEANS IN TOMATO SAUCE



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The tomato taste and seasonings are worth the time and effort. Try the sauce with okra, too. Enjoy!

Provided by Lori A

Categories     Green Bean Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
6 tablespoons lemon juice
1 medium onion, chopped
¾ cup olive oil
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons dried parsley
1 cup water
salt and pepper to taste
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Place the green beans in a pot, and mix in the lemon juice, onion, olive oil, tomatoes, tomato sauce, parsley, water, salt and pepper, and bay leaf. Cook 45 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sauce is thickened. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Carbohydrate 13.9 g, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 245.3 mg, Sugar 5 g

GREEK GREEN BEANS



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A nice mix of green beans, onion, and tomatoes simmered until soft and delicious! Just like Ya Ya used to make!

Provided by COLEE576

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

¾ cup olive oil
2 cups chopped onions
1 clove garlic, minced
2 pounds fresh green beans, rinsed and trimmed
3 large tomatoes, diced
2 teaspoons sugar
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir the onions and garlic in the skillet until tender.
  • Mix the green beans, tomatoes, sugar, and salt into the skillet. Reduce heat to low, and continue cooking 45 minutes, or until beans are soft.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 11.8 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

GREEK STYLE GREEN BEANS WITH TOMATOES AND FETA CHEESE



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Make and share this Greek Style Green Beans With Tomatoes and Feta Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by BakinBaby

Categories     Vegetable

Time 12m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove (minced)
1/2 cup onion (diced)
3 roma tomatoes (diced and seeded)
1 (4 ounce) can black olives, sliced (drained)
1/4 teaspoon oregano
2 (10 ounce) packages French style green beans (thawed & drained)
salt and pepper
5 ounces feta cheese (crumbled)

Steps:

  • Saute onion and garlic in olive oil for a minute or so, be careful not to burn.
  • Stir in diced tomaotes,olives & oregano; cook over med. heat for 3 minute.
  • Add drained green beans, simmer for another 5 minutes.
  • Right before serving, crumbled feta cheese on top.

FASSOLAKIA FRESKA ME DOMATA - GREEK GREEN BEANS & TOMATO



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This is a recipe for delicious green beans & tomato, cooked the traditional Greek way. Fresh green beans, tomatoes, herbs and spices are simmered together long enough for the tastes to meld. Recipe by Nancy Gaifyllia, she says "This Theban version of a classic Greek recipe is deceptively simple to fix, combining fresh green beans with onions, tomatoes, garlic, and parsley, and delivers a sophisticated taste. It can be served as a main dish, or as a side. " Posted for ZWT 4.

Provided by Um Safia

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs fresh green beans or 2 lbs other long string beans
2 cups tomatoes, peeled and finely chopped
2 onions, finely chopped
1 cup olive oil
1 green pepper, thinly sliced
1 bunch fresh parsley, finely chopped
2 -3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/4 cup water
sea salt
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Wash the beans, cut off the tips and remove the stringy piece of fiber along the seam. Rinse the beans.
  • In a soup pot, sauté the onions in olive oil with a wooden spoon until they turn translucent.
  • Stir in the garlic and sauté a few minutes more. Add all the remaining ingredients and the water. Stir well, reduce heat, and simmer covered for 50 minutes or until the beans are tender. (Add more water if needed during cooking - boiling water.).
  • Serve warm. On the side, consider tzatziki or feta cheese, and certainly some great country bread.
  • Note: This serves 4 as a main dish, 6-8 as a side. For a more substantial dish, add 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 604.2, Fat 54.8, SaturatedFat 7.6, Sodium 36.3, Carbohydrate 28.7, Fiber 10.9, Sugar 8.8, Protein 6.5

Tips:

  • Select fresh, tender green beans: Look for beans that are bright green in color and snap easily when you bend them.
  • Trim the green beans properly: Remove the tough ends of the beans before cooking. You can also cut the beans into smaller pieces if desired.
  • Cook the green beans until tender: Boil or steam the green beans until they are tender but still retain their bright green color. Overcooking will make them mushy.
  • Use good quality tomatoes: Fresh, ripe tomatoes are best for this recipe. You can also use canned tomatoes, but be sure to choose a brand that uses high-quality tomatoes.
  • Season the sauce to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a pinch of sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes.
  • Serve the green beans immediately: Greek green beans in tomato sauce are best served hot or warm. They can be served as a main course or a side dish.

Conclusion:

Greek green beans in tomato sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to enjoy fresh, seasonal green beans. The tangy tomato sauce and flavorful herbs make this dish a hit with everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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