Easiest Way to Make Greek Bean Soup

Hearty Greek Lentil Soup

All the above are elements of the greek bean soup, the so called fasolada.

Recipe Summary Hearty Greek Lentil Soup

Warm, hearty lentil soup, don't forget the bread to soak up the leftover sauce at the bottom of your bowl.

Ingredients | Greek Bean Soup

1 cup dry lentils, rinsed and drained

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1 large onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, chopped, or to taste

1 cup sliced celery

½ cup sliced carrots

2 potatoes, peeled and cubed

1 (8 ounce) can crushed tomatoes

¾ cup chopped fresh parsley

1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Place lentils in a pot with water to cover; bring to a boil. Drain, reserving water.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook for 1 minute. Add celery and carrots; cook and stir until slightly tender, about 5 minutes. Add the partially cooked lentils, potatoes, tomatoes, parsley, vinegar, cinnamon, salt, and pepper; cover with water and bring soup to a boil.

Reduce heat to low; partially cover and let simmer until liquid is almost gone, 35 to 45 minutes.

Info | Greek Bean Soup

prep: 15 mins cook: 55 mins total: 1 hr 10 mins Servings: 4 Yield: 4 cups

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