Tuscan White Bean Ragout
Experience the rustic charm of Italian cuisine with this hearty Tuscan White Bean Ragout. Bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this comforting dish combines creamy cannellini beans, tender sautéed vegetables, and aromatic herbs like rosemary and thyme, all simmered to perfection in a rich tomato broth. A handful of vibrant baby spinach and a splash of zesty lemon juice add freshness and balance to every bite. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is a one-pot wonder and a nourishing vegetarian option that's perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth, and you'll have a meal that's as satisfying as it is simple.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 medium celery, diced
- 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 15-ounce cans canned white beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- optional crusty bread, for serving
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the tomato paste to the pan and stir well to coat the vegetables. Cook for 2 minutes to deepen the flavor of the tomato paste.
Stir in the white beans, vegetable broth, rosemary, and thyme. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Reduce heat to low and let the ragout cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.
Add the baby spinach to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, until wilted.
Season the ragout with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice, adjusting to taste.
Serve hot with optional crusty bread on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1576 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.0 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4872 mg | 212% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 221.1 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 54.4 g | 194% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.5 g | ||
| Protein | 65.3 g | 131% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 658 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 24.5 mg | 136% | |
| Potassium | 4519 mg | 96% | |
*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.
