Turkish Green Beans

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 14

Tasty Turkish Green Beans perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner

by The Chefin Side

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

204

Sugar

Fat

Turkish Green Beans is a popular dish in Turkey and neighboring countries. It is typically served as a side dish or as a main meal with rice pilaf. This recipe features tender green beans, ripe tomatoes, and chunks of potatoes simmered in a delicious tomato sauce until they are flavorful and tender. It is a perfect dish for a healthy lunch or dinner that is both satisfying and delicious.

Instructions

1.	Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2.	Add onions and sauté until they are soft and lightly golden.
3.	Add green beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce and water; stir well.
4.	Lower the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
5.	Add potatoes and continue simmering for 25-30 minutes, or until the green beans and potatoes are tender.
6.	Season with salt and pepper as desired.

PROS

This dish is full of nutrients and flavor, perfect as a side dish or a main meal.

Green beans are low in calories and rich in vitamins C and K, while tomatoes are packed with antioxidants that can help neutralize harmful free radicals in the body.

CONS

This dish can be time-consuming to prepare and requires multiple steps.

It may not be suitable for those who are following a low-carb or low-sodium diet, as it contains potatoes and tomato sauce which are both high in carbs and sodium.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a great source of fiber, vitamins and minerals that can benefit overall health.
Green beans are low in calories and high in fiber, which can help aid digestion and weight management. Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of developing certain types of cancer.

	3 onions , cut into cresents
	2 tablespoons olive oil
	1 1/2 lbs green beans
	3 large ripe tomatoes , cut into wedges
	1 cup tomato sauce
	1 cup water
	3 large potatoes , cut into chunks
	salt and pepper