{"title":"Greek Legumes","description":"\u003cp\u003eGreek cooking has relied on legumes for as long as it has relied on olive oil. Beans, lentils, chickpeas, and fava are not a side note in the Greek kitchen: they are the base of the weekly table, simmered with tomato and oil, or dressed with lemon, onion, and herbs. This collection brings together the pulses we source from Greek growers, from PGI Gigantes beans of Prespes and Kastoria to Farsala lentils, split fava and peeled chickpeas. All of them travel from Greece to your kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Greek legumes are\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsk a Greek what the national dish is, and a fair number will answer fasolada, a white bean soup with olive oil, carrot, and tomato. Legumes carry that weight in Greek food culture. Gigantes plaki, the large white beans baked in tomato sauce, is the dish that comes out of the oven at Sunday lunch. Revithada, the chickpea stew of Sifnos, was traditionally left overnight in the village baker's oven and eaten the next day. Fava, the yellow split pea puree of the Aegean, is served warm with raw onion and a thread of olive oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a practical reason behind all of this. The Orthodox calendar has a long list of meatless days, and Greek cooks built an entire repertoire of satisfying, flavourful dishes around pulses. That repertoire is now one of the pillars of the Mediterranean diet: a plant-based staple, eaten regularly rather than occasionally, and cooked with olive oil rather than despite it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTwo ways Greece eats legumes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDried legumes for slow cooking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the traditional pantry: beans, lentils, chickpeas, and split fava, dried and stored. They ask for an overnight soak and an unhurried simmer, and they give back a depth of flavour that no shortcut reproduces. The gigantes we carry are PGI beans from Prespes and Kastoria in northern Greece, where the cold nights and the altitude give a thin skin and a floury interior. The lentils and the fava come from Farsala, in Thessaly. We also carry an organic line and a mixed legume and buckwheat blend for one-pot cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReady-to-eat legumes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second way is newer in the shops and older in the logic: legumes already cooked, ready to be warmed or eaten as they are. In Greece, these come either as a finished dish, gigantes in tomato sauce or revithada, steam-cooked and sealed, or as plain steamed pulses with nothing added, used cold in salads and grain bowls. They do the same job as the dried pantry on the days when there is no time to plan a meal, and they keep the routine going through a working week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to cook Greek dried legumes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoak the beans and the chickpeas in cold water overnight, then drain and rinse before cooking. Lentils and split fava need no soaking. Salt goes in towards the end, not at the start, or the skins stay tough. Gigantes are usually parboiled until just tender, then finished in the oven with tomato, onion, olive oil, and parsley until the sauce thickens. Fava is simmered with onion until it collapses into a puree and is served warm, with raw onion, lemon, and olive oil on top. Chickpeas take the longest and reward the most: a slow oven, a lemon, a bay leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions about Greek legumes.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between Greek gigantes and ordinary white beans?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGigantes are a large white bean grown in northern Greece, protected as PGI in Prespes and Kastoria. Compared with a standard white bean, they are noticeably bigger, with a thinner skin and a softer, floury centre, which is why they hold up to the long bake in tomato sauce that the plaki recipe asks for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo Greek dried legumes need to be soaked?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeans and chickpeas do: cold water, overnight, then drained and rinsed. Lentils and split fava do not. Soaking shortens the cooking time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long do dried legumes keep?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKept sealed, in a dry cupboard away from light, dried legumes keep for a long time. The best before date is printed on each pack. Older legumes stay safe to eat but take longer to soften, so it is worth cooking through the pantry rather than storing them indefinitely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre ready-to-eat Greek legumes already cooked?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. They are cooked and sealed in the pack, so they need only warming, and the plain steamed pulses can be used cold straight from the pack. Preparation details are given on each product page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Greek legumes suitable for a vegan diet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDried legumes are the plant protein of the Greek kitchen and are naturally suitable for vegan cooking. Ready-made dishes vary by recipe, so check the ingredient list on the product page of the item you are buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow are legumes shipped from Greece?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLegumes are shelf-stable and travel as standard parcels, with no refrigeration involved. We prepare the order in Greece and ship across Europe. Delivery times and free shipping thresholds are shown at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I find the rest of the Greek pantry?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLegumes sit inside our wider pantry range. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/greek-delicatessen\" title=\"Greek Delicatessen\"\u003eGreek Delicatessen\u003c\/a\u003e for the full selection, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/preserves\" title=\"Authentic Meze\"\u003eAuthentic Meze\u003c\/a\u003e for the ready Greek dishes served at the start of the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"farsala-lentils-500g-agrino","title":"Traditional Farsala Lentils – Greek Legumes (500g)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"570\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"277\"\u003eFarsala lentils\u003c\/strong\u003e are a renowned regional specialty from Thessaly, Greece, valued for their \u003cstrong data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"413\"\u003euniform size, thin skin, and excellent cooking performance\u003c\/strong\u003e. Grown in a naturally fertile area with a long agricultural tradition, they are a cornerstone of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"537\"\u003eMediterranean diet\u003c\/strong\u003e and everyday Greek home cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"570\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"570\"\u003eTheir flavour is clean and delicately earthy, while their texture remains pleasantly firm after cooking. These lentils are versatile, nourishing, and naturally wholesome — exactly how legumes are meant to be, without shortcuts or industrial processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"570\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"570\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"840\"\u003ePerfect as:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"570\"\u003eTraditional Greek lentil soup (Fakes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"570\"\u003eWarm Mediterranean lentil salads with extra virgin olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"570\"\u003ePlant-based bowls with vegetables and grains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"570\"\u003eEveryday plant-based meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003eSimple food, real nutrition, zero compromises.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Agrino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37194636820642,"sku":"LEN5200500","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0441\/7683\/4722\/files\/traditional-farsala-lentils-greek-legumes-rich-in-protein-fibre-500g-9267556.png?v=1768320841"},{"product_id":"giant-beans-gigantes-pgi-kastoria-500g-agrino","title":"Giant beans Gigantes PGI Kastoria - 500g","description":"\u003cp\u003eEnjoy these\u003cstrong\u003e Gigantes beans\u003c\/strong\u003e for nutritious and delicious meals. This PGI product from \u003cstrong\u003eKastoria in northern Greece\u003c\/strong\u003e is sure to impress with its \u003cstrong\u003edistinct flavour,\u003c\/strong\u003e making it perfect for a variety of dishes. Enjoy it boiled in your salads or as part of main courses, appetizers, or side dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Agrino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37194800660642,"sku":"FAG5200500A","price":7.65,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0441\/7683\/4722\/files\/giant-beans-gigantes-pgi-kastoria-500g-750423.jpg?v=1741708070"},{"product_id":"farsala-fava-beans-500g-agrino","title":"Farsala fava beans - 500g","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe famous and exquisite \u003cstrong\u003efava beans\u003c\/strong\u003e from the region of \u003cstrong\u003eFarsala\u003c\/strong\u003e are very tasty and representative of this traditional legume. With these beans, you can have easily the most delicious \u003cstrong\u003eappetizer or meal\u003c\/strong\u003e, the traditional Fava puree. It is \u003cstrong\u003efull of nutrients\u003c\/strong\u003e and it is ideal for the \u003cstrong\u003ebest Mediterranean recipes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Agrino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37194800824482,"sku":"FAV555500B","price":3.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0441\/7683\/4722\/files\/farsala-fava-beans-500g-515094.jpg?v=1741708069"},{"product_id":"gigantes-beans-500g-3alfa","title":"PGI Prespes Greek Gigantes Beans – Premium Large White Beans (500g)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAuthentic Mediterranean Heritage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003ePGI Prespes Greek Gigantes Beans\u003c\/strong\u003e are one of the most iconic staples of traditional Hellenic cuisine. Grown in the pristine microclimate of the Prespes region and meticulously selected for their superior size and quality, these giant white beans are prized for their \u003cstrong\u003eexceptionally creamy texture\u003c\/strong\u003e and buttery flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet, Gigantes possess a unique ability to absorb herbs, extra-virgin olive oil, and rich tomato-based sauces. Whether you are recreating the classic \u003cem\u003eGigantes Plaki\u003c\/em\u003e (oven-baked), a hearty \u003cem\u003eFasolada\u003c\/em\u003e, or a protein-rich summer salad, these beans represent the essence of simple, nourishing, and authentic Greek cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional oven-baked \"Plaki\" with tomato, garlic, and herbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA robust, high-protein base for Greek soups and stews.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA satisfying addition to warm or cold Mediterranean salads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWholesome, plant-forward main courses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"3 Alfa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37195014635682,"sku":"ALFGIG250","price":8.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0441\/7683\/4722\/files\/pgi-prespes-greek-gigantes-beans-premium-large-white-beans-500g-1419665.png?v=1773141612"},{"product_id":"split-fava-500g-3alfa","title":"Traditional Greek Split Fava (Yellow Peas) – Mediterranean Legume (500g)","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"615\" data-start=\"374\"\u003eA cornerstone of Greek home cooking, \u003cstrong data-end=\"443\" data-start=\"411\"\u003eTraditional Greek Split Fava\u003c\/strong\u003e is a humble ingredient with serious substance. Made from carefully selected Greek yellow peas, this legume is naturally rich, creamy once cooked, and incredibly versatile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"615\" data-start=\"374\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"615\" data-start=\"374\"\u003eIn Greece, fava is more than food — it’s comfort. Served warm with olive oil and onions, transformed into a silky purée, or enjoyed as a nourishing side dish, it fits effortlessly into everyday Mediterranean eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"615\" data-start=\"374\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"615\" data-start=\"374\"\u003eEasy to prepare and deeply satisfying, this fava is ideal for those embracing a \u003cstrong data-end=\"941\" data-start=\"914\"\u003eMediterranean lifestyle\u003c\/strong\u003e, plant-based meals, or a lighter, more balanced reset period — without sacrificing flavour or tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"615\" data-start=\"374\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"615\" data-start=\"374\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect as\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"615\" data-start=\"374\"\u003eTraditional \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/blogs\/recipes\/greek-fava-puree-recipe-santorini\" title=\"Greek fava purée\"\u003eGreek fava purée\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"615\" data-start=\"374\"\u003eA protein-rich plant-based main\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"615\" data-start=\"374\"\u003eA nourishing side dish or mezze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"615\" data-start=\"374\"\u003eA pantry staple for Mediterranean recipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"3 Alfa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37195019223202,"sku":"ALFFAV250","price":3.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0441\/7683\/4722\/files\/traditional-greek-split-fava-yellow-peas-high-fibre-mediterranean-legume-500g-1152004.png?v=1768320884"},{"product_id":"greek-fasolada-bean-soup-400g","title":"Greek Fasolada Bean Soup - Fresh, Never Frozen (400g)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHalf this tray is beans: the plainest dish in Greek cooking, and the one Greeks call their own\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFasolada\u003c\/strong\u003e is white beans simmered with carrot, onion, celery and tomato, and the proportion is the point: \u003cstrong\u003e50% beans\u003c\/strong\u003e, cooked rather than stretched with anything else. It belongs to the family of dishes Greeks call \u003cem\u003eladera\u003c\/em\u003e, cooked in olive oil rather than dressed with it at the end. Greeks call it their national plate, and it earned the name in the 1940s, when it was what a household could put on the table. Amvrosia makes it in Sindos, outside Thessaloniki, and chills the tray rather than freezing it. One sealed 400g tray, never through a freezer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a plain dish, because plain is what fasolada is. The beans are soft and whole, the broth is thin rather than thick, the tomato is a background note, and the salt sits at \u003cstrong\u003e0.70g per 100g\u003c\/strong\u003e. In Greece, the plate is finished at the table rather than in the pot: a thread of raw olive oil over the top, a squeeze of lemon, feta and a few olives alongside, bread to follow the broth. That is not an improvement on the dish. That is the dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beans also do the work on the label. A full 400g carries \u003cstrong\u003e18g of fibre and 16.8g of plant protein\u003c\/strong\u003e, from the legume itself and nothing added, for 420 kcal. The recipe is \u003cstrong\u003eentirely plant-based\u003c\/strong\u003e, with no meat, no dairy and no egg, which makes this the tray worth keeping in the fridge for the evening when cooking is not going to happen, and dinner still has to hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNo preservatives, chilled rather than tinned: how that works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeans in a sealed container raise a fair question, which is what separates this from a tin on a shelf. Nothing here is sterilised, and nothing is added to make it keep. The tray is sealed in a protective atmosphere and travels cold, and that is the whole mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo preservatives\u003c\/strong\u003e in the recipe. The list printed on the tray is the whole story.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep refrigerated below +7°C, and once opened, eat within 24 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eNever frozen\u003c\/em\u003e at any point, which is why the beans stay whole rather than splitting. The use-by date is printed on the tray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOven, 180°C for 13 to 15 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e once preheated. Pierce the film in two spots first, and remove it before serving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicrowave, 3 to 4 minutes at 800W\u003c\/strong\u003e, same piercing step. Keep the tray clear of the oven element and the grill.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish it at the table:\u003c\/strong\u003e raw olive oil, lemon, and salt to your own taste rather than ours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith \u003cem\u003efeta and olives\u003c\/em\u003e alongside, and bread for the broth, which is how the plate is actually served in Greece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs a plant-based dinner that carries its own protein and fibre, or as a first course before grilled fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Amvrosia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42948402249966,"sku":"FAS400","price":9.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0441\/7683\/4722\/files\/greek-fasolada-bean-soup-fresh-never-frozen-400g-3644247.png?v=1788800539"},{"product_id":"bio-gigantes-beans-500g","title":"Organic Gigantes beans - 400g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Gigantes beans\u003c\/strong\u003e are a treasured \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/blogs\/news\/greek-blue-zones-the-secret-to-longevity\" title=\"part of the Greek culinary heritage\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epart of the Greek culinary heritage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, where legumes are eaten almost every day. Grown organically in Greece’s most fertile soils, these large beans \u003cstrong\u003ebring authentic flavor and nutrition to your table\u003c\/strong\u003e. Prepare them traditionally with a rich tomato and onion sauce, then bake to enjoy the classic Gigantes. For a truly genuine experience, \u003cstrong\u003eserve with creamy feta cheese\u003c\/strong\u003e and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Embrace a wholesome taste of Greece that nourishes both body and soul.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Biokarpos","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43992109089006,"sku":"BIOGIG500","price":8.55,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0441\/7683\/4722\/files\/organic-gigantes-beans-400g-247691.png?v=1741707880"},{"product_id":"bio-fava-beans-500g","title":"Organic Fava beans - 500g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Fava Beans\u003c\/strong\u003e are a \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/blogs\/news\/greek-blue-zones-the-secret-to-longevity\" title=\"staple of traditional Greek cooking\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003estaple of traditional Greek cooking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, where legumes are eaten almost every day. These \u003cstrong\u003eGreek legumes\u003c\/strong\u003e are rich in fiber. \u003cstrong\u003eEasy to prepare\u003c\/strong\u003e, simply boil with onion and bay leaf until soft and creamy. 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Traditionally they go into \u003cem\u003efakes\u003c\/em\u003e, the Greek lentil soup with tomato, onion, bay leaf and a generous pour of olive oil, and they work just as well in salads or alongside rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eA staple of the everyday Greek table, from Crete to \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/blogs\/news\/greek-blue-zones-the-secret-to-longevity\" title=\"Greek Blue Zones\"\u003eIkaria\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHow to cook them\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIn the classic Greek \u003cem\u003efakes\u003c\/em\u003e soup, with tomato, onion and olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWarm in salads with red onion, feta and vinegar\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAlongside rice, or folded into grain bowls\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePuréed into a thick spread with garlic and lemon\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Biokarpos","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43992336924910,"sku":"BIOFAKES500","price":5.45,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0441\/7683\/4722\/files\/organic-lentils-beans-500g-805657.jpg?v=1741864196"},{"product_id":"organic-chickpeas-beans-400g","title":"Organic Chickpeas beans - 400g","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"pdp-tab1\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic chickpeas from Greece\u003c\/strong\u003e, grown without synthetic inputs and packed dry in 400 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThey cook to a firm, creamy bite and carry the earthy, nutty flavour that Greek home cooking is built on. 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