Olive Oil Borlotti Beans (Pilaki)

Light, refreshing and diet-friendly: Olive Oil Borlotti Beans 🫘✨

Total
55 min
Servings
4 servings
Difficulty
Easy
Calories · per serving
210 kcal

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Olive Oil Borlotti Beans (Pilaki)

In short

Olive Oil Borlotti Beans (Pilaki) contains 210 calories per serving: 8 g protein, 27 g carbohydrate and 7 g fat. It takes 55 minutes in total and makes 4 servings.

About this recipe

Olive oil borlotti beans (pilaki) is one of the most beloved dishes of Turkish cuisine. In this diet-friendly version no sugar is used and the oil amount is balanced. Served cold, it’s rich in fiber, plant-based protein, and vitamins. Perfect for summer as a refreshing, light yet nourishing meal.

Method

  1. 1

    Wash and shell the beans, then pre-boil and drain.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a pot.

  3. 3

    Add onion and garlic, sauté.

  4. 4

    Add carrots and cook for a few minutes.

  5. 5

    Add grated tomatoes and tomato paste, stir.

  6. 6

    Add beans.

  7. 7

    Pour in hot water.

  8. 8

    Season with salt and spices.

  9. 9

    Cook on low heat for about 30 minutes until beans are tender.

  10. 10

    Let cool, garnish with parsley and lemon slices, and serve cold.

Tips

  • No sugar is added; tomatoes and carrots bring natural sweetness.
  • Add a bay leaf while cooking for extra flavor.
  • Best when chilled overnight before serving.

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