Greek Braised Greenbeans with Potatos/ Fasolakia

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.

Chop 1 onion into small pieces and sauté in olive oil over low medium heat until golden and soft, about 10-15 minutes.

Trim the ends off fresh string beans and set aside.

Cut 3-4 medium russet potatoes into big chunks.

Add the chopped onion and sautéed garlic to the pot with the string beans and potatoes.

Pour in a whole 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes into the pot.

Season with salt, black pepper, and about a teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes.

Add about a teaspoon of dried dill to the mixture.

Add 1.5 cups of water to the pot and bring to a boil.

Once boiling, cover the pot and reduce heat to medium-low, cooking for about 30 minutes.

After 30 minutes, uncover the pot and increase heat to high, cooking for an additional 10-15 minutes to thicken the sauce.

Add freshly chopped parsley to the dish before serving.

Top with feta cheese and serve with whole grain bread.

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