Healthy: Greek Grean Beans

Here's an easy recipe for green beans that pair well as a side for Greek dishes as well as other Mediterranean cuisines. It's not so obviously Greek that it won't pair with other dishes. There's no real magic behind these green beans. It's an easy recipe but packs a nice flavor.

Healthy Greek Green Beans

Serving size: 6
Prep time: 30 minutes
Cook time: 1 hour

Equipment:

• Knife and cutting board
• Kitchen utensils
• Large skillet with lid

Ingredients:

• 3 lb. fresh green beans
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1 1/2 red onion
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 1/2 lb. ripe tomatoes
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper
• Kalamata olives and feta cheese (optional)

Directions:

1. Chop onions, garlic, parsley and tomatoes. Wash green beans and remove ends. 
2. Heat half the olive oil in skillet over medium heat. 
3. Add onions and saute until translucent and tender (about six minutes).
4. Add garlic, tomatoes and the rest of the olive oil. Bring to a boil.
5. Add green beans and mix so the green beans are covered in the boiling mixture. 
6. Turn heat down to low, cover skillet with lid.
7. Simmer for 40 minutes.
8. Add parsley. Add salt and pepper to taste. Mix and continue cooking for five minutes. 
9. Serve. Add kalamata olives and feta cheese, if desired.