Savory and Spicy Northern Beans Quick and Easy
Packed with bold flavors and ready in just 25 minutes, this Savory and Spicy Northern Beans recipe is the ultimate quick and easy weeknight meal. Tender northern beans are simmered in a smoky, spiced broth infused with garlic, smoked paprika, and a touch of red pepper flakes for a satisfying kick. The rich base of sautéed onions, tomato paste, and vegetable broth creates a hearty, comforting dish that’s elevated with a fresh parsley garnish and a bright squeeze of lemon. Perfect as a standalone vegetarian meal or a protein-packed side dish, this recipe brings together wholesome ingredients and big flavors with minimal effort. Whether you're short on time or craving something warm and zesty, this one-pot wonder will not disappoint!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups canned northern beans (drained and rinsed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoons tomato paste
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- 1 whole lemon (wedged, for serving)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the smoked paprika, ground cumin, and dried oregano to the pan, stirring to coat the onions and garlic in the spices.
Mix in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, allowing it to deepen in flavor.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
Stir in the drained and rinsed northern beans, ensuring they are fully coated in the spicy broth.
Season with salt and black pepper, then let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
Remove from heat and transfer to serving bowls.
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges for a bright, zesty finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
824 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.6 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2860 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.1 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.6 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.7 g | ||
| Protein | 31.3 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 378 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 2298 mg | 49% | |
*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.
