Recipe for Fasolada – Greek Style White Bean Soup

Written by Greek Boston in Authentic Greek Food Recipes, Greek Orthodox Fasting Lenten Recipes, Greek Soup Recipes, Greek Vegan Food Recipes

Fasolada, (or sometimes Fasolia meaning beans) is sometimes called the “national food of the Greeks.”

Fasolada (White Bean) Greek Soup Recipe Ingredients::

• 1 lb. white beans
• 1 cup canned or fresh tomatoes
• 1/2 cup tops, chopped celery
• 2 finely chopped onion
• 2 tablespoons chopped, fresh parsley
• 3 small, diced carrots
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper, or to taste
• 3 tablespoons fresh chopped herbs, such as parsley or chives

How to Prepare Fasolada Greek (White Bean) Soup:

Wash the beans well and let them soak in a medium bowl filled with water.

In the morning drain off the water and put in a saucepan with 8 cups of cold water.

Bring to a boil on medium-high heat, reduce heat and allow to simmer for 1 hour on low heat.

Add remaining ingredients and cook gently for about an hour or until the beans and vegetables are tender. Garnish with fresh chopped herbs, if desired.

** This recipe contains olive oil, so this recipe won’t be suited for a strict fast.

Categorized in: Authentic Greek Food Recipes, Greek Orthodox Fasting Lenten Recipes, Greek Soup Recipes, Greek Vegan Food Recipes

This post was written by Greek Boston