Sugar-Free Beans in Tomato Sauce
Hearty, wholesome, and completely refined sugar-free, this recipe for Sugar-Free Beans in Tomato Sauce is the perfect marriage of comfort and health. Featuring tender, slow-simmered white beans bathed in a rich and tangy tomato base—enhanced by the natural sweetness of balsamic vinegar and aromatic spices like oregano, basil, and paprika—this dish offers robust flavor without any added sugar. With its easy steps, including soaking the beans overnight and gently cooking them to perfection, it’s an ideal make-ahead option that’s as nourishing as it is satisfying. Perfect as a stand-alone vegetarian main or served as a flavorful side, this healthy and versatile dish is finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for the ultimate burst of freshness. An easy, low-calorie crowd-pleaser that's naturally dairy-free and gluten-free, it’s a must-try for wholesome weeknight dinners!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams dried white beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 400 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 700 milliliters water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Rinse the dried white beans thoroughly under cold water and place them in a large bowl. Cover them with plenty of water and let them soak for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Drain and rinse the soaked beans. Set them aside.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and continue to sauté for another 2 minutes, until fragrant.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and balsamic vinegar. Mix well to combine.
Add the drained beans to the pot along with the water. Stir in the bay leaf, dried oregano, dried basil, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the beans simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beans are tender and the sauce has thickened. Stir occasionally and add more water if necessary to maintain a good consistency.
Once the beans are cooked, remove the bay leaf. Adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper to taste if needed.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve hot as a main dish or a side. Enjoy your sugar-free beans in tomato sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
813 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.5 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3511 mg | 153% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.4 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.9 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.0 g | ||
| Protein | 33.4 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 477 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 3451 mg | 73% | |
*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.
