Fasulye Pilaki

Fasulye Pilaki is a traditional Turkish dish made with green beans simmered in a rich tomato and olive oil sauce, offering a delightful balance of flavors. This vegan lunch option is nutritious and perfect for warm weather or as a comforting side dish.

Ingredients

• Green beans - 200 grams, trimmed
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomatoes - 2 medium, chopped
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Vegetable broth - 200 milliliters
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Sugar - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced carrot and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add the chopped tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and sugar, and cook for 5 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
6. Add the trimmed green beans and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
7. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes until the green beans are tender.
8. Stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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