Low Carb Hearty Beans Porridge
Warm, nourishing, and perfect for a low-carb lifestyle, this Low Carb Hearty Beans Porridge is a comforting bowl of goodness packed with flavor and nutrition. Made with a delightful mix of black beans, cannellini beans, and wholesome vegetables like zucchini, cauliflower, and spinach, this porridge is brought to life with aromatic herbs like thyme and rosemary. Simmered in savory vegetable broth with a touch of tomato paste, this recipe delivers rich, robust flavors that will satisfy any craving. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy recipe is a healthy, plant-based option ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Whether you're following a low-carb diet or simply seeking a hearty, veggie-packed dish, this beans porridge is guaranteed to nourish your body and soul. Serve it warm, and enjoy a bowl of comfort with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 Celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium Zucchini, chopped
- 1 cup Cauliflower florets
- 1 cup Canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup Canned cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 4 cups Vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Thyme
- 1 teaspoon Rosemary
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Spinach leaves, roughly chopped
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the chopped celery, zucchini, and cauliflower florets. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the rinsed and drained black beans and cannellini beans to the pot.
Pour in the vegetable broth and add the tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes until the vegetables are soft and the flavors blend.
In the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the roughly chopped spinach leaves and stir until wilted.
Remove from heat and let the porridge sit for a few minutes before serving.
Ladle the warm porridge into bowls and enjoy this hearty, low-carb meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1241 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 40.0 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4483 mg | 195% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.6 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 51.3 g | 183% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.7 g | ||
| Protein | 57.3 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 653 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 20.8 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 5588 mg | 119% | |
*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.
