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Fasoliyyeh Bi Z-Zayt (Syrian Green Beans with Olive Oil)

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"I learned how to make this while visiting my husband's family in Syria. It can be a healthy, fast, easy vegetarian/vegan main dish for lunch or dinner that is surprisingly filling when eaten with pita bread, or it can be a flavorful side dish."
Fasoliyyeh Bi Z-Zayt (Syrian Green Beans with Olive Oil) Recipe
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This recipe has been rated 133 times with an average star rating of 4.7
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PREP TIME  5 Min
COOK TIME  25 Min
READY IN  30 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 (16 ounce) package frozen cut green beans
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • salt to taste
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

DIRECTIONS

  1. Place the green beans into a large pot, and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt to taste, and put the lid on the pot. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until beans are cooked to your desired doneness. Syrians like it cooked until the green beans are turning brownish in color. The idea is not to saute them, but to let them steam in the moisture released by the ice crystals.
  2. Add cilantro and garlic to the beans, and continue to cook just until the cilantro has started to wilt. Eat as a main course by scooping up with warm pita bread or serve as a side dish.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 6, 2006 by MAINEMOM 
These were the most delicious green beans I've ever had! Took them to our family Thanksgiving... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 9, 2003 by DMRIELLY 
I tried this recipe with fresh green beans. I cut them up and soaked them for 5 minutes in... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on sep. 12, 2007 by chefmom 
Great recipe! The only thing I did differently from the recipe is that I cut way back on the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 5, 2007 by SOCCERPLAYR9999 
Very good! I like this method of making green beans. I would suggest a lower "medium high"... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on feb. 12, 2008 by solsbee 
This has become my favorite way to prepare green beans. I was amazed at how big an impact the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on feb. 7, 2008 by LIZZY9VOLT 
What a delicious recipe! Something about the oil does a wonderful thing to the beans. Don't... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 11, 2006 by dglvr 
So simple to make, every one loved it. I used the left over for lunch, in a sandwich wrap with... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 10, 2005 by JFHVT 
This met both of my criteria for a 5 star recipe...simple and delicious! My husband is... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on sep. 10, 2003 by jenlikes2cuk 
Excellent, light, tasty and easy recipe! i Don't usually like green beans, but Loved these!... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 13, 2005 by NikkiC 
So simple yet delicious and flavorful. I served this with chicken and rice. I was surprised... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Fasoliyyeh Bi Z-Zayt (Syrian Green Beans with Olive Oil)

Servings Per Recipe: 4

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 164

  • Total Fat: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 74mg
  • Total Carbs: 7.6g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 1.6g

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