Fasolakia (Greek Bean Stew)
User Reviews
5
-
Prep Time
10 mins
-
Cook Time
50 mins
-
Total Time
1 hr
-
Servings
4
-
Calories
263 kcal
-
Cuisine
Greek
Fasolakia (Greek Bean Stew)
Description
This Greek bean stew starts by sautéing onions and potatoes in olive oil until the potatoes develop a golden color. Green beans are added next to soften before the mixture is combined with fresh tomatoes, tomato paste, brown sugar, zucchini, and chopped fresh mint. The ingredients simmer gently with water for 45 to 50 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the vegetables to become tender without creating a soup-like consistency.
The brown sugar adds subtle sweetness that balances the acidity from the tomatoes, while the mint gives a fresh aromatic note. The long simmer results in a thick, rich sauce coating the vegetables. Fasolakia is served with crumbled feta cheese and a drizzle of olive oil, accompanied by bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.
This dish functions as a warm vegetable main or hearty side, perfect for showcasing fresh summer produce transitioning into fall. The notes also suggest pairing it with Greek meat sauce or pita bread for a complete meal experience.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 yellow onion chopped
- 3 potato quartered, than halved
- 2 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 cups green beans
- 3 tomato large
- 2 tsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cups zucchini cut into semi-circles
- 1/2 cup mint chopped, fresh
- 1 1/2-2 cups water
- feta cheese feta vegan or regular, for serving
- olive oil
- salt
- bread
Instructions
- In a large pot heat olive oil over medium heat and add the onions. Cook, stirring occasionally until the onions are translucent. Add the potatoes and salt and pepper and cook until the potatoes begin to develop some golden brown colour, about 5-8 minutes.
- Add the green beans and cook for about 5 minutes.
- Add in the tomatoes, sugar, tomato paste, zucchini and mint. Stir to combine.
- Add the 1 1/2 cups water and bring to a simmer. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low, keeping at a simmer with the lid on the pot for 45-50 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Check once and a while to make sure there is always water in the pot. You don’t want this to be a soup-like dish but you definitely want some extra liquid so you can enjoy that beautiful sauce with a slice of bread. If needed, add 1/2 cup more water.
- After 45-50 minutes, serve in bowls topped with feta and a drizzle of olive oil and a slice of bread to dip in.
Notes
- Fasolakia pairs well with Greek Meat Sauce and fluffy Greek pita bread for a more complete meal.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 263 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 263kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 32.6g | 11% |
| Protein | 4.9g | 10% |
| Fat | 14.5g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1g | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7g | 10% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Sodium | 1489.2mg | 62% |
| Fiber | 6.8g | 27% |
| Sugar | 9.2g | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
You'll Also Love
