Green Beans with Olive Oil
A quick, comforting Mediterranean-style dish of green beans simmered with tomatoes, onions, carrots, and potatoes in olive oil. Simple, wholesome, and ready in about 30 minutes.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 220
- Protein
- 4g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Trim the ends off 1 lb green beans and cut them in half. Peel and dice 2 medium potatoes and 2 medium carrots into 1-inch chunks. Dice 1 medium onion and 3 medium tomatoes.
Step 2
Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Add the potatoes, carrots, and tomatoes. Stir and cook for 3 minutes until the tomatoes start to break down.
Step 4
Add the green beans and 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 5
Serve warm or at room temperature, drizzled with a little extra olive oil if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- Large pot with lid
- Cutting board
- Chef's knife
- Measuring spoons
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