Three Bean Bake

Hearty, flavorful, and brimming with plant-based goodness, this Three Bean Bake is the ultimate comfort food for weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings. Featuring a wholesome medley of kidney beans, black beans, and cannellini beans, this dish is brought to life with a savory blend of sautéed vegetables, canned tomatoes, and aromatic Italian seasoning. A golden crust of panko breadcrumbs and melted cheddar cheese adds a delightful crunch, making each bite irresistibly satisfying. Perfectly baked in under an hour, this high-protein vegetarian casserole is as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Serve it alongside a crisp green salad or crusty bread for a complete and nourishing meal that everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) canned kidney beans
• 1 can (15 oz) canned black beans
• 1 can (15 oz) canned cannellini beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 medium celery stalk, diced
• 1 can (14.5 oz) canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Drain and rinse the kidney beans, black beans, and cannellini beans thoroughly. Set aside.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the diced onion, minced garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened.

Step 5

Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 7

Stir in the kidney beans, black beans, and cannellini beans. Let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

Step 8

Transfer the bean mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 9

In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs and shredded cheddar cheese. Sprinkle this topping evenly over the bean mixture in the baking dish.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2452.3 grams (2452.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2618

Total Fat 86.40g	111%
Saturated Fat 33.10g	166%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.70g
Cholesterol 129mg	43%
Sodium 8176mg	355%
Total Carbohydrate 337.80g	123%
Dietary Fiber 110.00g	393%
Total Sugars 34.00g
Protein 137.70g	275%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1705mg	131%
Iron 42mg	231%
Potassium 7342mg	156%

*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: 29.0%

Protein: 20.6%

Carbs: 50.4%