Description
Fasolakia is a traditional Greek dish made with green beans stewed in a rich tomato and olive oil sauce. Naturally vegan and full of Mediterranean flavor, it’s a hearty and wholesome meal perfect as a main course or side.
Ingredients
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed
4 large ripe tomatoes, grated or finely chopped (or 1 can crushed tomatoes)
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed (optional)
1 large carrot, sliced (optional)
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Salt & pepper, to taste
1/2 cup water or vegetable broth
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté the chopped onions for 5–7 minutes until soft and golden.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the green beans, tomatoes, potatoes, and carrots if using.
- Season with oregano, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in the water or vegetable broth and stir well.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, cover the pot, and cook for 35–45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened, taste and adjust seasoning.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Frozen green beans can be used—adjust cook time accordingly.
For extra protein, add cooked chickpeas in the last 10 minutes.
Use fresh dill or mint instead of parsley for a twist.
Serve with crusty bread, rice, or feta cheese for a complete meal.
Tastes even better the next day as flavors develop.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stewing
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
