Instant Pot Green Beans with Tomatoes and Garlic in 20 Minutes!

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INSTANT POT GREEN BEANS WITH TOMATOES - Tender, Flavorful & Ready in 20 Minutes! Boring green beans become something special with this Middle Eastern-style recipe similar to fasoulia. Cooked with tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, and onions, these braised green beans are melt-in-your-mouth tender and packed with flavor. Way better than steaming! Perfect as a side dish and tastes even better the next day. I love taking this to potlucks and picnics! RECIPE with detailed stovetop instructions + Instant Pot variation: https://www.paintthekitchenred.com/instant-pot-green-beans-middle-eastern-style/ ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:39 - Ingredients 1:29 - Sauté onions and garlic 1:54 - Add green beans, tomatoes and seasonings 1:55 - Add water 2:39 - Pressure cook 2:45 - Quick release 3:00 - Stir 🌟 CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS: My recipe: Mediterranean-style with tomatoes Extra veggies: Add potatoes or chickpeas Spicier: Add red pepper flakes or paprika Stovetop: Simmer for 30-40 minutes 💡 PRO TIPS: ✅ Cook until very tender for best flavor ✅ Don't skip the olive oil - it adds richness ✅ Serve at room temperature or cold ✅ Tastes even better the next day ✅ Fresh garlic makes a huge difference ✅ Quick release works perfectly ✅ Sugar balances the tomato acidity 🍽️ SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Perfect alongside grilled chicken or fish, serve with crusty bread for dipping, great for meal prep and leftovers, pair with roasted potatoes or rice, add to a Mediterranean dinner spread, top with a dollop of yogurt or feta cheese, or enjoy as a light vegetarian main. Makes an excellent potluck dish! 📱 CONNECT WITH ME: @painthekitchenred on Instagram TikTok Facebook Recipe blog: https://www.paintthekitchenred.com #InstantPotGreenBeans #GreenBeansRecipe #InstantPotSides #EasyVegetables #InstantPotRecipes #MediterraneanFood #HealthySides #VegetarianRecipes #MealPrep #EasySideDish 👍 If you're tired of boring green beans, hit LIKE and SUBSCRIBE for more flavorful Instant Pot sides!