Culinary Medicine

Fossolia

As colorful as it is flavorful, this Fossolia is heart health approved! It is low in saturated fats and is an excellent source of vitamin K.

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, medium diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 Tablespoons ginger, peeled (optional) and minced
  • 1 Tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 medium tomato, diced small
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 large carrot, cut into matchsticks (about 1 cup)
  • 1 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into ½-inch pieces (about 6 cups)
  • ½ cup water

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add in tomato paste and tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often.
  4. Stir in turmeric, salt, black pepper, basil, and cumin.
  5. Add carrots and green beans and sauté for 2 minutes.
  6. Stir in ½ cup water and cover. Reduce heat to low and cook for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  7. Use a fork to test green beans and carrots for tenderness. They’ll be cooked through with a bit of a bite. Continue cooking longer if you prefer softer vegetables.
  8. Enjoy warm as a side dish. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to one week. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.

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