Ingredients 400 gr giant beans such as lima beans 700 gr greens (spinach, lamb’s lettuce, chard) 1/4 cup olive oil 1 dry onion, finely chopped 1 leek, thinly sliced 1 carrot, grated 4 spring onions 1 tbsp tomato paste 10 cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 bndl. dill 1/2 cup olive oil, for finishing Salt Pepper A little chili flakes 1/2 cup feta, crumbled (optional) 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional) TAGS LEGUMES BEANS LOW BUDGET MAIN COURSES VEGETARIAN GREEK Ingredients 400 gr giant beans such as lima beans 700 gr greens (spinach, lamb’s lettuce, chard) 1/4 cup olive oil 1 dry onion, finely chopped 1 leek, thinly sliced 1 carrot, grated 4 spring onions 1 tbsp tomato paste 10 cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 bndl. dill 1/2 cup olive oil, for finishing Salt Pepper A little chili flakes 1/2 cup feta, crumbled (optional) 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional) Instructions Soak the beans overnight in plenty of water to cover them. The next day, rinse them and place in a pot with cold water to cover. Boil for 30-45 minutes (depending on quality) until tender. Boil over medium heat to prevent them from breaking. Meanwhile, wash, drain, and roughly chop the greens. In a wide pot, heat half of the olive oil and sauté the onion and leek for 5-6 minutes without browning. Add the tomato paste and rub it into the base of the pot for 1 minute to release its flavor. Add the greens, carrot, spring onions, and dill stems, roughly chopped. Season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes if desired. Let cook for 2 minutes until the greens shrink slightly. Spread the sautéed greens with their juices in a large baking dish in a single layer. Sprinkle with chopped dill and add the cooked beans on top. Pour in 1/2 cup of water and arrange the cherry tomatoes on the surface. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (360°F) (fan-assisted) on the lower rack for about 45 minutes. During baking, stir gently 2-3 times so the beans get coated with oil and juices from the greens. Toward the end, sprinkle with feta crumbles and breadcrumbs for extra flavor and a crunchy texture. TAGS LEGUMES BEANS LOW BUDGET MAIN COURSES VEGETARIAN GREEK
