White Bean Rosemary Stew
Cozy up with a bowl of White Bean Rosemary Stew, a hearty and wholesome recipe that's as comforting as it is flavorful. This plant-based stew combines creamy white beans, aromatic rosemary, and a medley of fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions, all simmered in a savory vegetable broth for a robust and satisfying meal. A touch of crushed red pepper flakes offers optional warmth, while a squeeze of fresh lemon juice brightens the flavors beautifully. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pot wonder is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, and it pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or a crisp side salad. Packed with protein and infused with herby goodness, this stew is a nourishing, vegan-friendly dish you'll want to make on repeat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 medium, diced carrots
- 2 medium, diced celery stalks
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 0.25 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 15-ounce cans, drained and rinsed canned white beans (cannellini or great northern)
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 sprig (optional, for garnish) fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoons (adjust to taste) black pepper
- 1 tablespoon (optional, for finishing) lemon juice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the diced carrots and celery, and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Sprinkle in the dried rosemary and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine and toast the spices for an additional minute.
Pour in the vegetable broth and add the drained and rinsed white beans along with the bay leaf.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Season the stew with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, add fresh lemon juice for a bright finish.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with a sprig of fresh rosemary, if desired. Serve warm with crusty bread or a side salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1527 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.1 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7690 mg | 334% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 231.7 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 65.2 g | 233% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.5 g | ||
| Protein | 69.1 g | 138% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 810 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 23.5 mg | 131% | |
| Potassium | 5547 mg | 118% | |
*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.
