Fast White Bean Stew

Cozy up with a bowl of this quick and hearty Fast White Bean Stew, a satisfying one-pot recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Bursting with wholesome flavor, this stew combines tender white beans, vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and spinach, and a rich base of vegetable broth and diced tomatoes, all seasoned with fragrant thyme and smoky paprika. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a nourishing plant-based meal that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. A splash of fresh lemon juice at the end elevates the dish with a bright, tangy finish. Serve it with crusty bread for a complete, comforting dinner or a simple lunch that’s full of protein, fiber, and bold flavors. Perfect for anyone looking for quick vegetarian stew recipes or healthy comfort food ideas!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 large garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 15-ounce cans canned white beans (such as cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, canned
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for 4-5 minutes, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 4

Add the drained white beans, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Stir in the baby spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes, until the spinach is wilted.

Step 7

Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice for a bright finish.

Step 8

Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs or a slice of crusty bread on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2776 grams (2776.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1567

Total Fat 41.30g	53%
Saturated Fat 6.50g	33%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6207mg	270%
Total Carbohydrate 240.90g	88%
Dietary Fiber 66.40g	237%
Total Sugars 41.10g
Protein 72.00g	144%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 840mg	65%
Iron 27mg	152%
Potassium 6236mg	133%

*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: 22.9%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 59.4%