Best 4 Fasolada Vegetarian Greek Bean Soup Recipes

Fasolada is a hearty and traditional vegetarian Greek bean soup made with dried beans, vegetables, and herbs. It is a flavorful and satisfying soup that is perfect for a cold night or a light lunch. Fasolada is easy to make and can be tailored to your own tastes by adding different vegetables or spices. This delicious and nutritious soup is packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, making it a great choice for a healthy meal.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

TRADITIONAL GREEK BEAN SOUP RECIPE (FASOLADA)

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Looking for an authentic Greek bean soup (fasolada) recipe? Find out how to make it the traditional Greek way! This is the authentic recipe for fasolada, a trademark dish that has nourished generations.

Provided by Eli K. Giannopoulos

Categories Main

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

500g dry white kidney beans or cannellini beans or navy beans (18 ounces)
3-4 carrots, finely chopped
1 large white onion, finely chopped (if you love onions, add one more!)
3 stalks of celery, finely chopped
130ml extra virgin olive oil (1/2 cup)
2 tbsps tomato paste
a pinch of paprika (hot or sweet, according to preferance)
salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste (min 2 flat teaspoons each)

Steps:

To prepare the fasolada (Greek bean soup), place the beans in a saucepan with plenty of cold water to cover them. Bring to the boil, turn the heat down to medium and parboil for 30-35 minutes, until slightly tender. Drain in colander and set aside.
Finely chop the onion, celery and carrots. Add 3-4 tbsps of olive oil in a deep pan, add the chopped vegetables and blend. Sauté for about 2 minutes and add the tomato paste and continue sautéing for a minute.
Add the parboiled beans in the pan and pour in enough boiling water to cover the beans and little bit more and blend lightly. Place the lid on and simmer the fasolada for about 35 minutes, until the beans are tender.
Towards the end of cooking time, pour in the remaining olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Boil for a few more minutes, until the soup becomes thick and creamy.
Serve this traditional Greek bean soup (fasolada) while still steaming hot with a few Kalamata olives and of course some village bread. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 bowl, Calories 339kcal, Sugar 5g, Sodium 495.2mg, Fat 22g, SaturatedFat 3g, UnsaturatedFat 17g, TransFat 0g, Carbohydrate 29.6g, Fiber 8.7g, Protein 8.7g, Cholesterol 0mg

GREEK BEAN SOUP

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My grandmother learned to make this delicious soup while living in Greece. I love fasolada because it's easy, cheap to make, and great for feeding large groups.

Provided by sb2boston

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Beans and Peas

Time 9h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 pound dried pinto beans
¾ cup olive oil, divided
4 stalks celery with leaves, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
4 large garlic cloves, chopped or pressed
1 (12 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1 small bunch fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tablespoon dried dill weed
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried basil
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon white sugar

Steps:

Place beans in a large bowl or pot and cover with fresh water. Allow to soak 8 hours to overnight.
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large, heavy soup pot. Cook celery and onion until soft and translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
Drain beans and add to the pot with the onion mixture. Cover with 2 inches of cold water and add tomatoes, parsley, dill, oregano, and basil. Bring to a boil, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat and cook until beans are soft, checking every 15 to 20 minutes and adding water as necessary, for 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
Add remaining 1/4 cup olive oil to the soup and season with salt, pepper, and sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.5 calories, Carbohydrate 33.3 g, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 8.3 g, Protein 10.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 91.7 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

FASOLADA (GREEK BEAN SOUP)

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Very homey and comforting - especially on a cold day, when you want a more 'stick-to-your-ribs' type soup. This is definitely better made a couple of days in advance, so perfect to make over a quieter weekend to enjoy during a busier working week. The cooking time is approximate as it will depend on how old your beans are, how long you've soaked them, and how you cook them (I use a pressure cooker to cook the beans and then proceed with the rest of the recipe in a standard soup pot).

Provided by evelynathens

Categories Beans

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/2 kg dried navy beans, soaked overnight (cannelini beans are traditional in greece)
1/2 cup olive oil
4 tablespoons tomato paste
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 cups onions, cut in small dice
1 1/2 cups celery, cut in small dice
1 1/2 cups carrots, cut in small dice
1 1/2 cups potatoes, cut in small dice
1/3 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
salt and pepper
Tabasco sauce
Tabasco jalapeno sauce (jalapeno)
grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

Cook the beans until tender. Drain.
In a soup pot, add beans and enough water to cover beans plus 3 extra cups of water. Bring to a simmer. Add remaining ingredients, season to taste with salt and pepper, and simmer until vegetables are cooked through, and soup has thickened, about 20 minutes. (greeks like soft veggies, you may want your soup cooked slightly less if you like crispier veggies). This soup only improves over the next few days, so go ahead and make it way before you plan to eat it.
Note: At the table, I like to serve this with the choice of regular Tabasco, and the green (jalapeno) version, for people to add to their bowls as per their liking. I like a couple of drops of the red Tabasco, and a bit heavier on the green for more herbal notes. Also, for a more European flavour, a generous sprinkling of grated parmesan cheese at the table is divine.

FASSOULADA (GREEK BEAN SOUP)

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This classic Greek vegetarian soup is simple to make. Serve it with lots of fresh crusty bread. From Modern Greek.

Provided by Dreamer in Ontario

Categories Onions

Time 1h45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 lb dried white bean, soaked overnight
1 large yellow onion, peeled & roughly chopped
3 carrots, peeled & sliced
3 stalks celery, strings removed & sliced
3 red ripe tomatoes, peeled seeded & roughly chopped or 1 (15 ounce) can peeled tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
5 tablespoons olive oil
2 bay leaves
1 handful fresh flat-leaf parsley
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

Drain beans and place in large saucepan.
Cover with cold water and bring to a boil, skimming off any froth with a slotted spoon.
Add all other ingredients except salt and pepper.
Simmer for 1-1/2 hours or until tender.
Allow to cool slightly.
Season with salt and pepper and serve.

Tips:

Use Dried Beans: Dried beans are more flavorful and economical than canned beans. If you use dried beans, soak them overnight before cooking.
Sauté the Vegetables: Sautéing the vegetables before adding them to the soup enhances their flavor and adds depth to the soup.
Use a Variety of Beans: This recipe uses a combination of kidney beans, black-eyed peas, and white beans. You can use any type of beans you like.
Add Vegetables: You can add other vegetables to this soup, such as carrots, celery, or spinach.
Season to Taste: Taste the soup before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed.

Conclusion:

Fasolada is a hearty, flavorful, and satisfying soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a very versatile soup that can be easily adapted to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a delicious and healthy soup to warm you up, give fasolada a try. You won't be disappointed!