Name: Loubieh Bi Zeit: Simple Green Beans to Brighten Your Meals Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Lebanese
Ingredients: 2 pounds green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces; 3 ripe tomatoes, diced; 1 large onion, sliced into wedges; 10 cloves garlic (5 whole, 5 sliced into rounds); 1 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons tomato sauce; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup water

Description

Loubieh Bi Zeit is a classic Lebanese dish featuring fresh green beans simmered in a flavorful tomato and garlic sauce. This simple yet vibrant recipe highlights the natural crunch of green beans combined with the rich taste of ripe tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and sautéed onions, creating a wholesome and colorful side or light main dish perfect for brightening up any meal.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

2 pounds green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
3 ripe tomatoes, diced
1 large onion, sliced into wedges
10 cloves garlic (5 whole, 5 sliced into rounds)

Pantry

1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons tomato sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup water

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Instructions

Prepare the vegetables: Wash and trim the green beans, cutting them into 2-inch pieces. Dice the tomatoes and slice the onion into wedges. Leave 5 garlic cloves whole and slice the other 5 into round-shaped pieces.
Sauté aromatics: In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the whole garlic cloves and sliced onion. Sauté until the onion softens and becomes translucent, about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to develop.
Add tomatoes: Stir in the diced tomatoes and tomato sauce until well combined. Let the mixture cook for another 2-3 minutes to deepen the flavors and create a rich sauce base.
Cook green beans: Add the trimmed green beans and 1 cup of water to the pan. Season with salt and stir to distribute all ingredients evenly.
Simmer: Cover the pan and let it simmer gently for about 20-25 minutes, or until the green beans are tender but still retain a slight crunch, absorbing the tomato and garlic flavors.
Serve: Once cooked, adjust seasoning if necessary and serve warm as a vibrant side dish or a light vegetarian main course.

Notes

Fresh green beans are essential for the best texture and flavor.
Adjust the cooking time depending on how tender or crisp you prefer your green beans.
For extra richness, drizzle a little more olive oil before serving.
This dish pairs well with rice, bread, or as part of a mezze platter.
You can substitute tomato sauce with crushed tomatoes for a chunkier texture.