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    Home ▸ Vegan Sides

    Fasolakia (Greek Green Beans)

    Last modified: October 5, 2022. Originally posted: September 12, 2020 By Sophia DeSantis

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    These classic Greek green beans, called fasolakia in Greece, come from my mother's authentic Greek kitchen! They are so healthy and amazing.

    Sautéed green beans with potatoes and tomatoes on a grey plate
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    Vegetables get a bad rap of being boring. But they don't have to be! With just a few simple additions and with the right technique you can create a veggie based dish that's anything but boring!

    Ingredients

    This recipe is comprised entirely of nutrient packed, healthy ingredients:

    • Fresh String Beans
    • Onion
    • Potatoes
    • Tomatoes
    • Seasonings
    Bowls filled with veggies to make Greek green beans

    How To Make Greek Green Beans

    Once your veggies are washed and chopped, there's a few more simple steps to follow to finish up the recipe.

    1. Sauté the onions & potatoes.Wooden spoon mixing cut potatoes in a pan
    2. Add the tomatoes.Potatoes and tomatoes being cooked in a pan
    3. Add the beans and remaining ingredients.Wooden spoon stirring green beans, potatoes and tomatoes in a pan
    4. Simmer until tender. Cooked green beans with potatoes and tomatoes in a pan
    5. Serve & enjoy!Fork getting a bite of cooked green beans and tomatoes with tomato mix

    Tips and tricks

    • Any fresh string beans will give you the best results. If there are none available, frozen green beans will suffice. I don't recommend canned as they will get overcooked when preparing the dish.
    • In order to prepare ahead of time, wash and cut the fresh veggies. Just store them in an airtight container for up to one day in the refrigerator until you're ready to cook. Make sure to submerge the cut potatoes in water so they don't brown.
    • You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
    • To reheat, there are a few options. Bake in the oven at 350° F / 175° C for 15 minutes. You can also heat in a skillet over medium heat until hot. Or, microwave in a microwave safe dish in 30 second intervals until warm.

    Serving Suggestions

    Serve these Greek green beans with any of the following for a complete and healthy meal!

    • Vegan Greek Farro Salad
    • Greek Pastitsio
    • Falafel Burger
    • Lentil Quinoa Salad
    • Healthy Cauliflower Casserole
    • Vegan Moussaka

    Common Questions

    What are Greek green beans?

    Greek green beans, or Fasolakia, is a classic Mediterranean dish. Green beans are cooked until tender with tomatoes and other seasonings.

    How do you make green beans taste good?

    Honestly, this recipe is probably my favorite way of enjoying green beans. The other ingredients compliment the green beans well and give them such a fresh and full flavor.

    How do you braise green beans?

    Braising is a combination of two different cooking methods. You begin by sautéing, then finish by adding liquid and simmering until tender. This recipe for Greek green beans walks you through the process.

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    Sautéed green beans with potatoes and tomatoes on a grey plate

    Fasolakia (Greek Green Beans)

    Sophia DeSantis
    These classic Greek green beans, called fasolakia in Greece, come from my mother's authentic Greek kitchen! They are so healthy and amazing.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 40 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine Greek
    Servings 6
    Calories 160 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup chopped sweet or yellow onion
    • 1 ½ pounds Yukon gold potatoes , cut into 16ths
    • Drizzle of olive oil , or broth if you don’t use oil
    • 2 pounds fresh string beans , ends trimmed
    • 1 cup chopped parsley
    • 1 pound fresh tomatoes , chopped
    • ½ cup water
    • 1 teaspoon sea salt
    • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Wash and clean the string beans, cutting off the tips and break in half.
    • Sauté the onions with oil or broth until transparent. Abut 5 minutes.
    • Add the potatoes and sauté for a few minutes.
    • Add the tomatoes and sauté for a few more minutes.
    • Add the beans, parsley, water, salt and pepper.
    • Bring to a simmer. Cover and let it cook for 20 minutes or until the beans are tender. If it has too much liquid uncover and cook until the liquid evaporates and the sauce is thick.
    • Serve!

    Notes

    • You can use any kind of string bean, all work well.
    • This can also be a simple lunch with added bread and feta cheese.

    Recipe by Veggies Don’t Bite, visit our site for more great plant-based recipes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 6gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 375mgPotassium: 1063mgFiber: 8gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 2515IUVitamin C: 66mgCalcium: 96mgIron: 3mg

    Nutrition and metric information should be considered an estimate.

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    1. Amy

      May 26, 2023 at 10:48 am

      I made this recipe last night for dinner, and everyone loved it! I didn't have fresh tomatoes, but a can of diced tomatoes worked well. What a great combination of flavors and so easy to make.

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      • Sophia DeSantis

        May 27, 2023 at 3:01 pm

        So happy you liked it Amy! Thanks for the great review!

        Reply
    2. Elise

      July 03, 2021 at 2:42 pm

      I'm assuming I'm supposed to cook it covered for 20 minutes? As the recipe says to uncover if there's too much liquid.

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      • veggiesdontbite

        July 03, 2021 at 9:19 pm

        Hi Elise! Yes! I added to cook covered in there. Just keep watching and if it's too liquidy then take the cover off at the end.

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    3. Chelsee

      September 28, 2020 at 2:09 pm

      I need to make this immediately. It looks so tempting.

      Reply

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