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Savory Greek Fasolada with Garlic Bread Crumbles

Name: Savory Greek Fasolada with Garlic Bread Crumbles
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 180 min
Total time: 240 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Soup
Ingredients: 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; 4 slices day-old bread, cut into small cubes; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried parsley

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 con

4.1(447 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·January 12, 2026

Savory Greek Fasolada with Garlic Bread Crumbles — Soup served and photographed from above

Prep

1 h

Cook

3 h

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Fasolada

For the Garlic Bread Crumbles

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 453 kcal
Protein: 16.63 g
Carbs: 58.81 g
Fat: 18.63 g
Fiber: 14.21 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1810 kcal
Protein: 66.5 g
Carbs: 235.25 g
Fat: 74.5 g
Fiber: 56.85 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 pound dried white beans rinsed and soaked overnight	624	45	112	2	34
2 tablespoons olive oil	239	0	0	27	0
1 large onion finely chopped	44	1	10	0	2
2 carrots diced	50	1	12	0	4
2 celery stalks diced	12	0	3	0	1
4 cloves garlic minced	18	1	4	0	0.5
6 cups water or vegetable stock	30	2	6	0	1
1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes	126	6	28	1	6
1 tablespoon tomato paste	13	0	3	0	1
1 teaspoon dried oregano	3	0	2	0	1
1 teaspoon dried thyme	3	0	1	0	1
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
4 slices day-old bread cut into small cubes	280	10	52	4	4
3 tablespoons olive oil	358	0	0	40.5	0
2 cloves garlic minced	9	0.5	2	0	0.25
1 teaspoon dried parsley	1	0	0.25	0	0.1

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Fasolada

1
Drain and rinse the soaked beans
Drain and rinse the soaked beans thoroughly.
2
Heat olive oil
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
3
Sauté the aromatics
Sauté onions until translucent, then add carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Cook for 5 minutes.

Making the Garlic Bread Crumbles

1
Preheat the oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Toss and season the bread
Toss bread cubes with olive oil, garlic, and parsley to coat.
3
Bake until crispy
Spread evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 10–15 minutes until golden and crispy.

How to Make Savory Greek Fasolada with Garlic Bread Crumbles

Total time: 4 h · Yields 4 servings

1
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.
2
Final Adjustments
Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. Add more broth if you prefer a thinner consistency.
3
Finishing Touch
Stir in a splash of olive oil before serving for added richness.