Hearty Beans with Vegetables

Packed with wholesome ingredients and robust flavors, this Hearty Beans with Vegetables recipe is a comforting, nutrient-rich dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Featuring a colorful medley of sautéed onions, garlic, carrots, zucchini, and red bell peppers, this recipe combines the garden’s best with the protein power of kidney and black beans simmered in a savory vegetable broth. Infused with aromatic dried herbs like oregano and thyme, and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this one-pot wonder comes together in under an hour, making it an ideal choice for a quick, flavorful weeknight dinner. Serve it as a satisfying vegetarian main dish or a hearty side to elevate any meal. Bursting with vitamins, fiber, and plant-based protein, this recipe is as nutritious as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrot, sliced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium zucchini, sliced
• 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 1 15-ounce can canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 15-ounce can canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the sliced carrots, chopped red bell pepper, and sliced zucchini to the pot. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 5

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes with their juice and stir well.

Step 6

Add the drained and rinsed kidney beans and black beans to the saucepan.

Step 7

Stir in the vegetable broth, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 9

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 10

Stir occasionally to prevent sticking, and cook until the vegetables are tender.

Step 11

Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.

Step 12

Serve warm. Enjoy your hearty beans with vegetables as a main dish or alongside your desired entrée.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2079 grams (2079.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1427

Total Fat 47.00g	60%
Saturated Fat 8.50g	43%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.80g
Cholesterol 8mg	3%
Sodium 4776mg	208%
Total Carbohydrate 199.10g	72%
Dietary Fiber 64.90g	232%
Total Sugars 37.40g
Protein 62.20g	124%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 585mg	45%
Iron 21mg	114%
Potassium 4925mg	105%

*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: 28.8%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 54.2%