Green beans in sour cream and wine sauce

2 servings

35 minutes

This exquisite Italian recipe combines tender green beans with a rich sour cream and wine sauce, creating a harmony of flavors and textures. The beans, infused with the aromas of olive oil and onion, gain softness and depth. Red wine adds a noble fruity note, while sour cream finishes the dish with creamy tenderness. This appetizer or side dish perfectly complements meat and fish dishes and can also be served on its own with crispy bread. In Italy, beans are often used in rustic cuisine, valued for their nutrition and versatility. This recipe is an elegant reimagining of traditional flavors, ideal for cozy dinners or festive gatherings.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 363.1
• Proteins: 2.8g
• Fats: 33.9g
• Carbohydrates: 7.9g

Ingredients

• Onion: 0.5 pc
• Green beans: 170 g
• Sour cream: 2 tbsp
• Red wine: 50 ml
• Olive oil: 3 tbsp
• Salt: pinch
• Ground black pepper: pinch

Cooking steps

1. Wash the green beans and trim the ends. Place in boiling water and cook until done (about 25 minutes for fresh and 15 minutes for frozen). Drain the water through a colander. Cut the pods into 2-3 pieces.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green beans: 170 g

2. Chop the onion. Heat a pan over medium heat and pour in olive oil. Wait for the oil to heat up and add the onion. Fry until the onion starts to change color and shape (slightly yellow). Add the beans and stir. The flavor of the oil and onion should transfer to the beans.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 0.5 piece
   • Olive oil: 3 tablespoons
   • Green beans: 170 g

3. After 5 minutes, pour the mixture with wine. Stir and wait for the wine to evaporate, leaving flavor and red color on the vegetables.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red wine: 50 ml

4. Add sour cream, salt, and pepper. Mix everything. Let the sour cream warm up. Done.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sour cream: 2 tablespoons
   • Salt:  pinch
   • Ground black pepper:  pinch