White Beans in Tomato Sauce
Slow-cooked to perfection, White Beans in Tomato Sauce is a comforting and hearty dish that brings out the best of Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Tender white beans are simmered in a rich, herbaceous tomato sauce infused with the warmth of oregano, thyme, garlic, and a hint of fresh parsley. This plant-based recipe is as nourishing as it is satisfying, with wholesome ingredients like olive oil and vegetable broth coming together to build layers of robust flavor. Perfect as a main dish served with crusty bread or as a savory side, this one-pot recipe is not only easy to prepare but also ideal for meal prep. With its minimal effort and maximum taste, White Beans in Tomato Sauce is a must-try for lovers of wholesome comfort food. Keywords: white beans, tomato sauce, Mediterranean recipe, plant-based meal, slow-cooked beans.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams dried white beans
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 400 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 500 milliliters vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Rinse the dried white beans under cold water and soak them in a large bowl covered with water for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Drain and rinse the soaked beans. Set aside.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Add the drained white beans to the pot, stir, and reduce the heat to low.
Cover the pot and let the beans simmer gently for about 75 minutes, or until the beans are tender and cooked through, stirring occasionally.
Once the beans are cooked to your desired tenderness, remove the bay leaf and discard.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Stir in the chopped fresh parsley just before serving.
Serve hot as a main dish with crusty bread or as a side dish with your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1096 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.5 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4648 mg | 202% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.0 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.6 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.8 g | ||
| Protein | 40.8 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 489 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 3997 mg | 85% | |
*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.
