Glorious Beans

Experience comfort food at its finest with "Glorious Beans," a hearty and nourishing one-pot recipe that’s bursting with flavor and packed with plant-based protein. This vibrant dish combines tender kidney and black beans with the rich, smoky allure of cumin and smoked paprika, balanced by the fresh zing of parsley and optional lemon juice. Perfect for busy weeknights, it comes together in just 45 minutes using simple pantry staples like canned tomatoes and vegetable broth. Whether served with crusty bread, fluffy rice, or enjoyed solo, this vegan-friendly meal is as satisfying as it is versatile. Dive into this easy, nutritious feast that will quickly become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 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 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 15-ounce can canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 15-ounce can canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 4 wedges lemon wedges (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the pepper begins to soften.

Step 4

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (including their juice) and vegetable broth. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Add the kidney beans and black beans to the pan. Stir well.

Step 6

Sprinkle in the ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to evenly distribute the spices.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the beans simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more salt or spices to taste.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley if desired. Add a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness, if using.

Step 10

Pair with crusty bread, rice, or enjoy on its own!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1823.3 grams (1823.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1376

Total Fat 47.00g	60%
Saturated Fat 8.40g	42%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.80g
Cholesterol 8mg	3%
Sodium 3518mg	153%
Total Carbohydrate 188.60g	69%
Dietary Fiber 62.00g	221%
Total Sugars 29.40g
Protein 59.70g	119%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 547mg	42%
Iron 22mg	119%
Potassium 4199mg	89%

*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: 29.9%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 53.3%