Lebanese Green Beans Recipe
This Lebanese Green Beans recipe is a flavorful, comforting dish combining fresh green beans with warm spices and tender tomatoes, perfect for a satisfying meal served over rice or quinoa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Lebanese
- Diet: Gluten Free, Halal, Low Fat, Low Lactose, Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 medium sweet onion (thinly sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 pound green beans (fresh or frozen)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 – 14.5 ounces can diced tomatoes, with the juices
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: Heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium high heat. Add the onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and continue to sauté for 2 minutes {if you are using meat, it can be added here and sautéed for an addition 4 minutes}.
- Add the green beans and spices: Add the green beans, cumin, paprika, cinnamon and diced tomatoes and mix together. Bring to a boil, then cover and turn the heat down to low.
- Simmer: Simmer for 40-45 minutes, or until green beans {and meat if using it} are tender, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasonings to taste as well as salt and pepper.
- Serve: Serve warm over rice or quinoa with a side of pita bread and yogurt.
Notes
- If you are using meat, add it after the garlic and sauté an additional 4 minutes.
- Serve with rice, quinoa, pita bread, and yogurt for a complete meal.
Keywords: Lebanese green beans recipe, Middle Eastern vegetarian side dish, green beans with tomatoes, easy Lebanese cooking, healthy green bean recipes
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