Fresh Green Beans Greek Style

Always a favorite - easy, fast, delicious and healthy fresh green beans made the Greek way!

1Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh green beans, ends trimmed
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1/2 cup EVGE extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Water to cover
• 2-3 potatoes, cut into wedges (optional)
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

2Instructions

1. 1Trim the ends of beans and wash. Leave whole or snap in half.
2. 2In a wide pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion with a teaspoon of salt and cook until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
3. 3Add tomato paste. Stir and cook for about a minute until it deepens in color.
4. 4Add the beans. Toss to coat in oil and tomato mixture. Saute for 3-5 minutes.
5. 5Pour in enough water to just cover the beans (if using pressure cooker, 1 cup is enough).
6. 6Cover and simmer for about 40 minutes (or 6 minutes in pressure cooker) until beans are very tender.
7. 7If using potatoes, add wedges after 20 minutes of cooking.
8. 8Add parsley if using. Taste for salt.

3Tips & Notes