Better Beans on Toast

Transform your breakfast or comfort food game with "Better Beans on Toast," a flavorful twist on the classic British staple. This elevated recipe combines creamy cannellini beans simmered in a rich, spiced tomato sauce infused with smoked paprika, garlic, and cumin for layers of earthy warmth. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a satisfying option for busy weeknights or leisurely brunches. Served atop golden, buttery sourdough toast and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish is both wholesome and indulgent. Perfect for vegetarians and packed with plant-based protein, this recipe is a modern, flavorful upgrade to your everyday toast.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 15-ounce can canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 14.5-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 0.5 cup vegetable stock
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 slices thick slices of sourdough bread
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the cannellini beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and vegetable stock to the skillet, stirring to combine.

Step 5

Season the mixture with smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.

Step 6

Lower the heat and let the mixture simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 7

While the beans are simmering, toast the sourdough bread slices until golden and lightly crisp.

Step 8

Spread a small amount of unsalted butter on each slice of warm toast for extra flavor.

Step 9

Spoon the warm bean mixture generously over the buttered toast slices.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	624.2 grams (624.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	643

Total Fat 26.10g	33%
Saturated Fat 14.40g	72%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 1660mg	72%
Total Carbohydrate 83.40g	30%
Dietary Fiber 23.10g	83%
Total Sugars 8.40g
Protein 25.70g	51%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 256mg	20%
Iron 10mg	55%
Potassium 1728mg	37%

*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: 35.0%

Protein: 15.3%

Carbs: 49.7%