Breakfast Beans

Start your day with a hearty, flavor-packed dish of Breakfast Beans, a wholesome and comforting recipe that's perfect for a warming morning meal or brunch. Featuring tender white beans simmered in a rich tomato sauce infused with the smoky warmth of paprika, earthy cumin, and a touch of sweetness from maple syrup, this dish strikes the perfect balance of savory and satisfying. Quick to prepare with just 10 minutes of prep time, this one-pot recipe is an easy yet impressive way to elevate your breakfast game. Serve it with crusty toasted bread or a poached egg for a complete and protein-packed meal. Naturally vegetarian and customizable to your spice preference, Breakfast Beans is a nutritious, high-fiber option you'll crave for mornings to come.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium (diced) yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
• 400 grams canned white beans (like cannellini or navy beans)
• 200 ml vegetable stock
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon or to taste salt
• 0.5 teaspoon or to taste black pepper
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) fresh parsley
• 4 optional (to serve) bread slices

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3–5 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the tomato paste, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and chili flakes. Cook for 1–2 minutes to toast the spices and deepen the flavors.

Step 5

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the mixture to reduce slightly.

Step 6

Drain and rinse the canned white beans, then add them to the saucepan along with the vegetable stock.

Step 7

Season with salt, black pepper, and maple syrup. Stir to combine, and reduce the heat to low.

Step 8

Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are heated through and the sauce has thickened.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley, alongside toasted bread or a poached egg if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1241 grams (1241.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1070

Total Fat 45.70g	59%
Saturated Fat 8.20g	41%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.70g
Cholesterol 8mg	3%
Sodium 4759mg	207%
Total Carbohydrate 137.60g	50%
Dietary Fiber 34.30g	122%
Total Sugars 40.40g
Protein 35.60g	71%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 461mg	35%
Iron 16mg	90%
Potassium 2805mg	60%

*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: 37.3%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 49.9%