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Fasolada

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Fasolada is a traditional Greek soup made from dry white beans, crushed tomatoes, and a base of aromatics including carrots, celery, and onions. The soup is slow-cooked until the beans break down, creating a thick, hearty texture without the need for any meat products. A generous amount of extra virgin olive oil is stirred in at the end of the cooking process, providing the dish with its characteristic richness and a distinctly Mediterranean flavor profile. Often regarded as the national dish of Greece, fasolada is widely consumed throughout the country, particularly during the fasting periods of the Orthodox calendar.

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What is Fasolada?

Fasolada is a hearty, comforting Greek soup made from white beans, crushed tomatoes, carrots, and celery. It is widely celebrated and considered by many to be the national dish of Greece.

Is Fasolada a vegetarian dish?

Yes, traditional Fasolada is completely vegan, relying on olive oil for its richness rather than meat or dairy broths. It is a staple of the Mediterranean diet and frequently consumed during Greek Orthodox fasting periods.

What do you serve with a bowl of Fasolada?

The soup is classically served with a heavy drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil stirred in right before eating. It is almost always accompanied by crusty bread, olives, and occasionally salted fish or feta cheese on the side.

How long does it take to cook Fasolada?

The soup takes a couple of hours to cook because the dry white beans must be simmered until perfectly tender. While canned beans can speed up the process, traditional recipes require slow-cooking dry beans with the tomatoes and vegetables.

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