Savory Greek Fasolada with Garlic Bread Crumbles

Name: Savory Greek Fasolada with Garlic Bread Crumbles
Prep time: 3 h
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Soup
Ingredients: 1 pound dried white beans; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion; 2 carrots; 2 celery stalks; 4 cloves garlic; 6 cups water or vegetable stock; 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; Salt and pepper; 4 slices day-old bread; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cloves garlic; 1 teaspoon dried parsley

A hearty and comforting bean soup with a crunch

Dive into the flavors of this traditional Greek bean soup, Fasolada, known for its rich tomato broth and Mediterranean herbs, garnished with crisp garlic bread crumbles for an irresistible texture contrast.

3 h
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Fasolada

1 pound dried white beans

rinsed and soaked overnight

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 large onion

finely chopped

2 carrots

diced

2 celery stalks

diced

4 cloves garlic

minced

6 cups water or vegetable stock

1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes

1 tablespoon tomato paste

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon dried thyme

Salt and pepper

to taste

For the Garlic Bread Crumbles

4 slices day-old bread

cut into small cubes

3 tablespoons olive oil

2 cloves garlic

minced

1 teaspoon dried parsley

Preparation

Preparing the Fasolada

Drain and rinse the soaked beans

Drain and rinse the soaked beans thoroughly.

Heat olive oil

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Sauté the aromatics

Sauté onions until translucent, then add carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Cook for 5 minutes.

Making the Garlic Bread Crumbles

Preheat the oven

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Toss and season the bread

Toss bread cubes with olive oil, garlic, and parsley to coat.

Bake until crispy

Spread evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 10–15 minutes until golden and crispy.

Cooking Process

Simmering the Beans

Add beans, water (or stock), crushed tomatoes, and tomato paste to the pot. Season with oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until beans are tender, about 2 hours.

Start on high heat to boil (approx. 10 min) then reduce to low for a 2 h simmer.

Final Adjustments

Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. Add more broth if you prefer a thinner consistency.

Finishing Touch

Stir in a splash of olive oil before serving for added richness.

Plating & Serving