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Lemony Greek Fasolakia Stew with Fresh Tomatoes

Name: Lemony Greek Fasolakia Stew with Fresh Tomatoes
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 500g fresh green beans, trimmed, 1 lb; 400g ripe tomatoes, chopped, 14 oz; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 60ml olive oil, 1/4 cup; 1 cup water or vegetable broth; Juice of 2 lemons; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1 bay leaf; Fresh dill, chopped; Lemon wedges

A vibrant, lemony stew featuring tender green beans and juicy tomatoes, perfect for a heartwarming meal.

4.2(638 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·October 11, 2025

Lemony Greek Fasolakia Stew with Fresh Tomatoes — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Stew

For the Seasoning

For the Garnish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 212 kcal
Protein: 4.75 g
Carbs: 21.3 g
Fat: 14.05 g
Fiber: 6.05 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 849 kcal
Protein: 19 g
Carbs: 85.2 g
Fat: 56.2 g
Fiber: 24.2 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
500g fresh green beans, trimmed 1 lb	175	12	40	1	15
400g ripe tomatoes, chopped 14 oz	80	4	18	1	5
1 large onion, finely chopped	60	2	14	0	3
3 cloves garlic, minced	15	0.6	3	0	0
60ml olive oil 1/4 cup	480	0	0	55	0
1 cup water or vegetable broth	5	0	1	0	0
Juice of 2 lemons	20	0	6	0	0
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
1 tsp dried oregano	5	0.2	1	0.1	0.5
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon	3	0.1	1	0.1	0.5
1 bay leaf	0	0	0	0	0
Fresh dill, chopped	1	0.1	0.2	0	0.1
Lemon wedges	5	0.1	1	0	0.1

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Prepping the Vegetables

1
Trim and Rinse Green Beans
Trim the green beans and rinse them thoroughly.
Tip: Do not overcook the green beans; they should remain slightly crisp.
2
Chop Tomatoes
Chop the tomatoes, ensuring they’re ripe and juicy.
Tip: Add a pinch of sugar if the tomatoes are too acidic.
3
Prepare Onion and Garlic
Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Assembling the Seasoning

1
Mix Spices
Mix dried oregano and ground cinnamon together.
2
Crush Bay Leaf
Crush the bay leaf slightly to release the aroma.

How to Make Lemony Greek Fasolakia Stew with Fresh Tomatoes

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Sautéing the Aromatics
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
2
Cooking the Stew
Add the chopped tomatoes, green beans, water, and assembled seasoning into the pot. Stir well, cover, and let it simmer.
3
Finishing Touches
After about 40 minutes, stir in the lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper.