Paleo Hearty Beans with Vegetables
Warm, comforting, and packed with flavor, Paleo Hearty Beans with Vegetables is a wholesome and nourishing dish that brings together a medley of fresh, vibrant ingredients. This paleo-friendly recipe features tender white beans, soaked overnight, and simmered alongside a colorful array of vegetables including carrots, celery, zucchini, and red bell pepper. Aromatic seasonings like thyme, oregano, and a bay leaf elevate the flavor profile, while fresh spinach and parsley add a burst of greenery and brightness for the perfect finishing touch. Cooked in a rich tomato-based broth, this one-pot wonder is ideal for those seeking a hearty, gluten-free, and healthy meal without compromising on taste. With minimal prep and a simmer-to-perfection approach, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large, chopped Onion
- 3 minced Garlic cloves
- 2 medium, sliced Carrot
- 2 sliced Celery stalk
- 1 diced Red bell pepper
- 1 medium, diced Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 14-ounce can Canned diced tomatoes
- 2 cups Vegetable broth
- 1 cup, soaked overnight and drained Dried white beans
- 1 teaspoon, dried Thyme
- 1 teaspoon, dried Oregano
- 1 Bay leaf
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon, or to taste Salt
- 2 cups, fresh Spinach
- 0.25 cup, chopped fresh Parsley
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the sliced carrots, celery, red bell pepper, and zucchini, then sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing it to coat the vegetables.
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and add the soaked beans.
Stir in the thyme, oregano, and bay leaf, and season with black pepper and salt.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover.
Simmer the stew for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender.
Add the fresh spinach and parsley, stirring until the spinach wilts, about 2-3 minutes.
Adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot and enjoy your paleo-friendly hearty beans with vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1167 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.3 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 6517 mg | 283% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.7 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.0 g | 143% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.0 g | ||
| Protein | 40.6 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 627 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 17.9 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 4900 mg | 104% | |
*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.
