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Flat Green Beans with Tomato

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Flat green beans with tomato, also known as corallo, this type of flat and wide green beans goes by different names depending on the locality of production. You should know that my mom always made them, and when I found them at a local market, I couldn’t resist buying them. We’re talking about many years ago, wanting to replicate the recipe today, and my memory doesn’t help, so I thought it best to call one of my three sisters. Definitely garlic, mom used to add garlic along with lots of celery and tomato. The second one also said garlic… Not convinced, I also consulted the eldest sister, who has an unbeatable memory: onion, mom added onion along with celery and tomato. I would like to say that confusion reigns supreme, but I was not discouraged and added both flavors, hoping mom won’t scold me! For the success of the flat green beans with tomato dish, I am confident and even presumptuous that it will be delicious, actually, I am sure.

  • Difficulty: Very Easy
  • Cost: Cheap
  • Preparation time: 30 Minutes
  • Portions: 6
  • Cooking methods: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Seasonality: Spring, Summer
113.58 Kcal
calories per serving
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  • Energy 113.58 (Kcal)
  • Carbohydrates 9.68 (g) of which sugars 4.92 (g)
  • Proteins 3.89 (g)
  • Fat 6.61 (g) of which saturated 0.94 (g)of which unsaturated 0.14 (g)
  • Fibers 5.19 (g)
  • Sodium 359.94 (mg)

Indicative values for a portion of 300 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.

* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov

Ingredients Needed to Prepare Flat Green Beans with Tomato

  • 26 oz flat green beans
  • 1 cup tomato pulp
  • 1 1/4 cups celery
  • 3 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 onion
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 3/4 cups water
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 tbsp salt

Tools Needed to Prepare Flat Green Beans with Tomato

  • Pan
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Cutting Board
  • Chopper

Steps to Prepare Flat Green Beans with Tomato

  • Chop the onion, after peeling it, with the corded chopper. Wash and dry the celery, then slice it thinly. Put a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil in the pan, add the garlic and celery, and let it warm for 5 minutes on low heat. Add the tomato pulp and paste with half a glass of water. Adjust the salt and cover; cook for ten minutes. Trim the flat green beans by removing the two side strings, wash them and add them to the pan. Once it comes back to a boil, add the water, lower the temperature, and cook covered on low heat for another 40 minutes. If you like, you can add half a spicy chili pepper. And there you have it, flat green beans with tomato ready.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

  • Is Flat Green Beans with Tomato a Vegan Dish?

    Yes, flat green beans with tomato are vegan and gluten-free, suitable for everyone.

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in cucina con pina

My name is Pina, and my passion is food and cooking in general. On the blog, I focus on regional dishes like those from my birthplace, Sicily. I also feature dishes from Lazio, the region that has hosted me for over 40 years, but in general, I cover all Italian regions. Traveling and exploring is my second passion, so I couldn't leave out dishes from around the "World" on my blog. My blog is divided into simple and essential sections like appetizers, first courses, main courses, side dishes, bread and leavened products, jams and preserves, wines and wineries, and of course, travels. Desserts are included, and finally, there is a dedicated corner for gluten-free options. Easy recipes, explained step by step and always updated.

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