High Protein Hearty Beans Porridge

Fuel your day with a warm and nourishing bowl of High Protein Hearty Beans Porridge—a satisfying, plant-based dish loaded with wholesome ingredients and bold flavors. Packed with protein-rich mixed beans, nutty quinoa, and a medley of fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, and spinach, this recipe is as nutritious as it is comforting. Seasoned with aromatic thyme, bay leaf, and a splash of zesty lemon juice, every bite is bursting with flavor. Perfect for meal prep or a cozy dinner, this one-pot wonder is ready in under an hour and makes four hearty servings. Whether you're looking for a high-protein vegan meal, a post-workout dish, or a healthy comfort food option, this beans porridge effortlessly checks all the boxes. Serve it piping hot and finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant, delicious touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 medium garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrot, diced
• 2 medium celery stalks, diced
• 3 cups mixed beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 5 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups baby spinach, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 cup parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 4

Add the mixed beans, vegetable broth, and rinsed quinoa to the pot.

Step 5

Stir in the bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low, and cover the pot.

Step 7

Simmer for about 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the quinoa is cooked and the mixture has thickened to a porridge-like consistency.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf from the pot.

Step 9

Stir in the chopped baby spinach and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the spinach wilts.

Step 10

Add the lemon juice and chopped parsley, stirring well to combine.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot in bowls and enjoy your wholesome high-protein beans porridge.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2637.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1710.7

Total Fat 46.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6206.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 261.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 64.7g	0%
Total Sugars 38.4g
Protein 76.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 806.3mg	0%
Iron 30.9mg	0%
Potassium 6122.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.4%

Protein: 17.3%

Carbs: 59.2%