Authentic Greek Fasolada
Fasolada is made with white beans, carrots, celery, and plenty of good olive oil, this authentic recipe delivers warmth, flavor, and pure Mediterranean goodness in every spoonful.
Ingredients
- 3 cups white beans soaked in water overnight
- 2 onions finely chopped
- 1 carrot large chopped
- 2 fresh tomatoes finely chopped
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 ½ liter water
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 celery stalk chopped into small pieces
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl add the 3 cups white beans, add just enough water to cover the beans, and soak overnight.
- Add the 2 onions, 1 carrot, and the 1 celery stalk into a pot. Pour in the ½ cup olive oil and sauté until soft.
- Drain the beans and add to the sautéd vegetables. Add the 1 ½ liter water and bring to a boil.
- Toss in the 2 fresh tomatoes, 1 tbsp tomato paste. Cook the beans until they soften completely and the broth reduces into a naturally slightly thick, sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot with feta cheese.