Beans Galore

Dive into a hearty bowl of flavor-packed goodness with "Beans Galore," the ultimate one-pot recipe that celebrates the versatility of beans. Featuring a trio of black beans, kidney beans, and creamy cannellini beans, this dish is simmered to perfection with fragrant spices like cumin, paprika, and oregano, along with a medley of diced tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers. It's a quick and wholesome meal—ready in just 35 minutes—that’s perfect for busy weeknights or meatless Mondays. Served warm, it can be enjoyed as a satisfying main course, a delicious side dish, or even ladled over rice for extra heartiness. Whether you’re a plant-based enthusiast or simply looking for an easy and nutrient-rich comfort food, this recipe delivers on taste and nourishment.

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 15-ounce can canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 15-ounce can canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 15-ounce can canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes, with juices
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the peppers begin to soften.

Step 4

Add the drained and rinsed black beans, kidney beans, and cannellini beans to the pot.

Step 5

Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juices) and vegetable broth.

Step 6

Season the mixture with ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 9

Remove from heat and let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm as a main dish or as a side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1333.6 grams (1333.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	891

Total Fat 33.30g	43%
Saturated Fat 5.30g	27%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1068mg	46%
Total Carbohydrate 122.00g	44%
Dietary Fiber 33.30g	119%
Total Sugars 26.10g
Protein 34.80g	70%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 366mg	28%
Iron 14mg	75%
Potassium 3100mg	66%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.3%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 52.6%