How to Make Your Green Bean Casserole Healthy

November 15, 2024

Looking for a healthier twist on the classic green bean casserole? You’re in the right place! This nutritious version of the beloved Thanksgiving holiday dish retains all the comforting flavors you love while swapping out some traditional ingredients for lighter, more wholesome options. Perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners, our healthy green bean casserole is packed with fresh green beans, zucchinis, and potatoes in a flavorful tomato sauce with a hint of spice.

Whether you're aiming to make your holiday meals a bit healthier or simply want to enjoy this classic dish without the guilt, our recipe is easy to follow and sure to impress. Get ready to savor a dish that’s not only good for you but also full of flavor and texture!

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Green Bean Casserole

Ingredients

3 ¼ lbs (1 ½ kg) green beans
3 zucchinis
1 carrot
1 small chilli, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
3 potatoes
1 cup of olive oil
2 onions, chopped
1 can of crushed tomatoes
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup of parsley, finely chopped
pepper
salt
1 tbsp sweet paprika
3 cups of vegetable stock or water

Recipe

Slice the tops off the green beans and string them if necessary. Rinse and drain, keeping them in your colander for now.
Slice the zucchinis, carrots and chilli. Peel your potatoes and cut them into quarters.
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick pot and sauté the onions until they are softened and almost sticky (but not burnt).
Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, parsley, two to three grinds of fresh pepper and a good amount of salt and paprika. Simmer uncovered over medium heat for around 10 minutes until the tomatoes soften and collapse.
Add the chilli, potatoes and carrots, then add the stock and put the lid on the saucepan.
When it comes to a boil, stir through the beans and then put the lid back on. Simmer for 30 minutes or until the beans are soft and the liquid has reduced. Add the zucchini and continue to simmer. It’s a good idea to stir the beans every so often. At the end of this time there should be a good amount of thickish sauce.
Turn off the heat and leave the casserole covered for a while, allowing it to absorb the flavours.
Serve hot, warm or cold.