Easy Green Beans Masala

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this flavorful and healthy *Easy Green Beans Masala*! This quick and vibrant dish features tender green beans simmered in a fragrant blend of cumin, turmeric, and garam masala, paired with a rich onion-tomato base infused with garlic and ginger. Ready in just 30 minutes, this Indian-inspired vegetarian recipe is perfect as a side dish or a light main, and it’s naturally gluten-free and packed with wholesome goodness. Garnished with fresh cilantro for a burst of freshness, this versatile dish is sure to become a family favorite. Serve it alongside steamed rice or warm flatbread for a complete, satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams fresh green beans
• 1 medium (finely chopped) onion
• 1 medium (finely chopped) ripe tomato
• 3 cloves (minced) garlic
• 1 teaspoon (grated) ginger
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon garam masala
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.25 cup water
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Wash the green beans thoroughly, trim the ends, and chop them into 1-inch pieces.

Step 2

Heat oil in a large pan or skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Once the oil is hot, add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle for about 30 seconds until aromatic.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the chopped tomato and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomato breaks down and becomes a paste-like consistency.

Step 7

Sprinkle in the turmeric powder, ground coriander, and red chili powder. Mix well to coat the onion-tomato mixture with the spices.

Step 8

Add the green beans to the pan. Stir to combine and coat the beans evenly with the spice mixture.

Step 9

Season with salt and pour in 1/4 cup of water. Cover the pan with a lid and let it cook for 8–10 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook until the green beans are tender but still vibrant green.

Step 10

Once the beans are cooked, remove the lid and sprinkle in the garam masala. Stir well and cook for another minute to let the flavors meld.

Step 11

Turn off the heat, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	791.9 grams (791.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	506

Total Fat 30.90g	40%
Saturated Fat 2.40g	12%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1231mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 56.40g	21%
Dietary Fiber 20.00g	71%
Total Sugars 23.90g
Protein 12.40g	25%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 273mg	21%
Iron 9mg	51%
Potassium 1616mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.3%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 40.8%