Zucchini Mediterranean Style

Zucchini Mediterranean Style

3 tablespoons olive oil

1 large onion, chopped

1 large red bell pepper, chopped

3 cloves garlic, crushed

1 (14.5 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes,

chopped

3 cups finely chopped zucchini

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

salt and pepper to taste

1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained

Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in onion, red bell pepper, and garlic, and cook until tender. Mix in tomatoes and zucchini, and season with oregano, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Stir cannellini beans into the tomato and zucchini mixture, and continue cooking about 10 minutes. Serve over the cooked rice or coucous.