Grecian Green Beans in Tomato Sauce

Name: Grecian Green Beans in Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed; 6 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 medium onion, chopped; 0.75 cup olive oil; 1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; 2 tablespoons dried parsley; 1 cup water; salt and pepper to taste; 1 bay leaf

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These green beans coated in tomato sauce and seasoning are worth the time and effort. Try the sauce with okra, too. Enjoy!

Recipe by Lori A.

Updated on January 23, 2023

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

45 mins

Total Time:

1 hr

Servings:

8

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Ingredients

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
6 tablespoons lemon juice
1 medium onion, chopped
¾ cup olive oil
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons dried parsley
1 cup water
salt and pepper to taste
1 bay leaf

Directions

Place green beans in a pot, and mix in lemon juice, onion, olive oil, tomatoes, tomato sauce, parsley, water, salt, pepper, and bay leaf. Cook 45 minutes over medium heat, occasionally stirring, until sauce is thickened. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

242	Calories
21g	Fat
14g	Carbs
3g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 242
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21g	26%
Saturated Fat 3g	14%
Sodium 245mg	11%
Total Carbohydrate 14g	5%
Dietary Fiber 5g	18%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 3g
Vitamin C 31mg	157%
Calcium 74mg	6%
Iron 3mg	18%
Potassium 448mg	10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.