Zeytinyağlı Fasulye

Zeytinyağlı Fasulye is a traditional Turkish dish featuring green beans stewed in olive oil with onions and tomatoes, creating a vibrant and flavorful vegetarian meal. It's perfect as a light lunch or a side dish, celebrated for its simplicity and health benefits.

Ingredients

• Green beans - 250 grams, trimmed
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Water - 200 milliliters
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and sliced carrot, cooking for an additional 3 minutes.
4. Add the diced tomato and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Add the trimmed green beans, salt, black pepper, and water; stir to combine.
6. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the green beans are tender.
7. Once cooked, remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
8. Let the dish cool to room temperature, then garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 200
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 25 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: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from vegetables, promoting overall health.
• High in fiber, aiding in digestion and helping maintain a healthy weight.

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