Greek White Bean Soup!
Bean soup: one word, a thousand memories! Prepare this delicious, traditional meal and create a warm, family like moment!
Ingredients
- 500 g medium white beans
- 5 fresh onions
- 2 dried onions
- 2 carrots
- 2 potatoes (You can use sweet potatoes instead)
- 1 bunch of celery
- 1 clove of garlic
- 5 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 tbsp. tomato paste
- 1 1/2 tbsp. salt
- 1/3 tsp. red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp. turmeric
- 1 pinch of freshly ground pepper
- 1 cube of vegetables
- thyme
Instructions
- Boil the beans in 1L of water for 30 minutes.
- Then, drain them well in a colander.
- Add in a saucepan the olive oil and lightly fry the onions (fresh and dried), celery, carrots, garlic and potatoes, after chopping them.
- Add the tomato paste and mix for 2-3 minutes.
- Put the beans, 1 ½ L of water and the spices in the pot and let them boil for 50 minutes on a medium heat.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Extra Tip: Combine the bean soup with olives and vegan feta. Of course, don't forget the crusty bread!