Nut-Free Savory Stewed Beans

Warm, hearty, and completely nut-free, this Savory Stewed Beans recipe is a perfect comfort food for any occasion. Packed with the wholesome flavors of sautéed onions, garlic, carrots, and celery, this simple yet satisfying dish combines protein-rich kidney and cannellini beans with a robust blend of diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and aromatic herbs like thyme, oregano, and bay leaf. Ready in under an hour, this one-pot meal is as easy to prepare as it is nourishing. Ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep, the stewed beans are finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of brightness. Serve it alongside crusty bread, over rice, or on its own for a filling, dairy-free, nut-free, and vegan-friendly meal that’s sure to delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 4 garlic cloves
• 2 medium carrot
• 2 celery stalks
• 14 ounces diced tomatoes
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans
• 15 ounces canned cannellini beans
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Finely chop the large onion, mince the garlic cloves, and set them aside.

Step 2

Peel and dice the carrots and chop the celery stalks.

Step 3

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

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

Step 5

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

Step 6

Add the diced carrots and celery, continuing to sauté for another 5 minutes.

Step 7

Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juice, and stir to combine.

Step 8

Add the vegetable broth, kidney beans, and cannellini beans to the pot.

Step 9

Add the bay leaf, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 10

Stir everything well, bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer.

Step 11

Cover the pot with a lid and let simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 12

Remove the bay leaf and discard.

Step 13

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if desired.

Step 14

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2438 grams (2438.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1611

Total Fat 40.20g	52%
Saturated Fat 6.40g	32%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6826mg	297%
Total Carbohydrate 249.90g	91%
Dietary Fiber 73.30g	262%
Total Sugars 37.60g
Protein 77.30g	155%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 819mg	63%
Iron 31mg	173%
Potassium 6312mg	134%

*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: 21.7%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 59.8%