Greek green Beans and Potatoes in Tomato Sauce - Fasolakia Recipe Vegan

green beans

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: frozen green beans

Zucchini offers a similar texture and flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

fresh tomatoes

🥗Healthier: canned tomatoes

💰Cheaper: tomato puree

Canned tomatoes are convenient and often less expensive.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: parsnips

Parsnips provide a similar sweetness at a lower cost.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in grated garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chopped tomatoes and bay leaves, cooking until they break down, about 5-7 minutes.

Mix in diced potatoes and cook for another 5 minutes.

Add green beans and stir to combine with the other vegetables.

Pour in enough water to cover the vegetables and bring to a simmer.

Season with salt and black pepper.

Cover and cook for 30-40 minutes, until vegetables are tender.

Stir in chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary