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    Fasolada

    A hearty white bean soup simmered with tomato, carrot, celery, and a generous pour of olive oil — Greece’s unofficial national dish.

    ⏱ 15 minPrep time
    🔥 1 hr 20 minCook time
    🍽 8Servings
    🏷 Greek KitchenCategory
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    Fasolada — hearty Greek white bean soup with tomato, carrot and olive oil

    Fasolada is Greece’s beloved white bean soup — a thick, tomato-rich pot of beans, carrots, celery, and olive oil that warms you from the inside out. It is simple, honest food that never gets boring.

    Often called Greece’s unofficial national dish, it appears on family tables year-round, especially in winter. Serve it steaming with crusty bread, a drizzle of olive oil, and a sprinkle of oregano or crumbled feta.

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    Step by stepInstructions

    1. Soak the beans in cold water overnight, or quick-soak: cover with water, bring to a boil for 2 minutes, then rest 1 hour.
    2. Drain the beans and place them in a large pot with 8 cups fresh water. Simmer 45 minutes until just tender, skimming any foam.
    3. In a skillet, heat the olive oil and sauté the onions, carrots, and celery until softened, about 8 minutes. Add the garlic and tomato paste; cook 1 minute more.
    4. Stir the sautéed vegetables, tomatoes, bay leaves, and oregano into the beans. Simmer gently 30-40 minutes until the beans are creamy and the soup has thickened.
    5. Season with salt and pepper and stir in the parsley. Serve with a generous drizzle of olive oil.

    💡 Chef tips & storage

    Salt the beans only near the end, or they stay tough. The soup thickens as it sits — thin it with a splash of water when reheating.

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    Recipe details

    Prep15 min
    Cook1 hr 20 min
    Servings8
    CategoryGreek Kitchen
    PublishedAugust 17, 2026
    Emily — the cook behind My Comfort Recipes

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