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Vegan Lebanese Green Bean Stew

Savor a Vegan Lebanese Green Bean Stew for Comfort and Flavor

Enjoy a comforting Vegan Lebanese Green Bean Stew, rich in flavors and nutrients, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Lebanese
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 1 pound Green Beans Flat or thin French beans preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with any vegetable oil
  • 1 medium Onion Diced, yellow or white onions
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh cloves for the best flavor
  • 2 cups Fresh Tomatoes Diced, ripe tomatoes are ideal
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Canned or homemade
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust based on spice tolerance
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed recommended

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Cooking pot
  • Stirring spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the vermicelli rice in boiling water for about 10-15 minutes until tender, then set aside.
  2. In a large pot, warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add diced onions and minced garlic; sauté for 3-5 minutes until onions are translucent.
  3. Introduce the green beans and diced tomatoes to the pot; cover and cook for 5 minutes.
  4. Pour in the tomato sauce, stir, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Season the stew with salt, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice; cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve warm with vermicelli rice or as a cold salad. Add other vegetables or chickpeas for variation.

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