Full of Beans and Loving It
Packed with hearty vegetables, three types of beans, and bold, smoky spices, "Full of Beans and Loving It" is a comforting, protein-rich stew that’s both nutritious and easy to make. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pot wonder comes together in just 45 minutes, combining kidney beans, black beans, and cannellini beans for a powerhouse of plant-based protein and fiber. Sautéed aromatic veggies like onion, garlic, carrot, and celery form the base, while smoked paprika, cumin, and oregano infuse the dish with a warm, earthy flavor. Simmered in a savory vegetable broth and finished with optional fresh parsley, this satisfying recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and ideal for meal prep. Whether you’re looking for a cozy dinner or a protein-packed lunch, this bean-centric stew delivers in both flavor and nutrition.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 medium celery stalk, diced
- 1 15-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 15-ounce can canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 15-ounce can canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 15-ounce can canned cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes, until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic, carrot, and celery, and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and vegetable broth, stirring to combine.
Add the kidney beans, black beans, and cannellini beans to the pot, and stir well.
Sprinkle in the smoked paprika, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Drop in the bay leaf and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the dish simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
440 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.7 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 1441 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.9 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.6 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 20.2 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 184 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1476 mg | 31% | |
*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.
