Low Sodium White Beans in Tomato Sauce

Elevate your plant-based meal prep with this hearty and flavorful Low Sodium White Beans in Tomato Sauce recipe! Perfect for those seeking a nutritious, heart-healthy dish, this recipe combines tender white beans like cannellini or great northern beans with a rich, aromatic tomato sauce infused with fragrant herbs like oregano and basil. Smoked paprika adds a subtle depth of flavor, while no-salt-added ingredients and low-sodium vegetable broth ensure every bite is deliciously wholesome and light on sodium. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an easy yet satisfying one-pot meal that’s perfect for weeknights or meal prepping. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, and serve as a standalone dish, over whole grains, or alongside crusty bread for a delightfully comforting meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 90/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 15 ounces canned no-salt-added diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste, no-salt-added
• 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
• 3 cups cooked white beans (e.g., cannellini or great northern), rinsed and drained
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the no-salt-added diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato paste, and low-sodium vegetable broth. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Mix in the dried oregano, dried basil, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Add the rinsed and drained white beans to the skillet. Stir well to coat the beans in the tomato sauce.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the mixture simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary, keeping it low-sodium by avoiding additional salt.

Step 9

Remove from heat and serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1575.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1273.2

Total Fat 32.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 245.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 189.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 57.9g	0%
Total Sugars 27.0g
Protein 62.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 624.2mg	0%
Iron 23.0mg	0%
Potassium 5148.4mg	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: 22.4%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 58.2%