Loubieh Bizeit + Kizbarh – Lebanese String Beans + Cilantro

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 1

Loubieh Bizeit + Kizbarh - Lebanese String Beans + Cilantro Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 lb fresh string bean ( top & tailed & de-strung )
	1 cup white onion , finely chopped ( or grated )
	1/2 cup cilantro , finely chopped
	1 -2 tablespoon minced garlic
	1/3 teaspoon salt ( to taste )
	2 tablespoons olive oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

120

Sugar

Fat

Loubieh Bizeit + Kizbarh is a popular Lebanese dish that consists of fresh string beans cooked with onions, garlic, and cilantro. The name of the dish translates to 'green beans with onions and cilantro'. It is a simple and nutritious recipe that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course with rice or bread. This dish is often served during the summer months when fresh string beans are in season. It is also a popular vegan and gluten-free option that can be enjoyed by everyone.

Instructions

1.	In a pot or a skillet, heat up the olive oil over medium heat.
2.	Add the finely chopped onions to the pot and cook until translucent.
3.	Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
4.	Add the top and tailed, de-strung, fresh string beans to the pot and stir.
5.	Reduce the heat to medium-low and cover the pot. Cook for 15-20 min until the beans are tender.
6.	Add the salt to taste and cilantro to the pot and stir.
7.	Cook for another 2-3 min until the cilantro is wilted.
8.	Remove from heat and serve hot.

PROS

Loubieh Bizeit + Kizbarh is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make recipe that can be served as a side dish or a main course.

The recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and low in calories and fat.

CONS

The dish may be too plain or simple for some people.

It may also require a longer cooking time depending on the freshness of the string beans.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Loubieh Bizeit + Kizbarh dish is packed with health benefits. The fresh string beans are a great source of fiber, protein, and vitamins A, C, and K.
They may help to improve digestion, reduce cholesterol levels, and boost the immune system.
The cilantro in the recipe is also rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that can help to improve heart health, reduce inflammation, and detoxify the body.