Savory Stewed Beans

Dive into the hearty comfort of Savory Stewed Beans, a nourishing dish bursting with bold, earthy flavors. This slow-simmered recipe combines tender dried beans—your choice of pinto, black, or kidney—with a medley of aromatic vegetables, including onion, garlic, carrot, and celery, for a wholesome base. Infused with the warm spices of paprika, thyme, and oregano, and simmered to perfection in rich vegetable stock, this dish delivers a satisfying and cozy experience. Perfect for meal prepping or serving as a protein-packed main course, these savory beans pair beautifully with crusty bread or a side of rice. Simple to make and worth every minute, this one-pot wonder is a must-try for lovers of comforting, plant-based meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Dried beans (such as pinto, black, or kidney)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium Tomato, diced
• 1 medium Carrot, diced
• 1 stalk Celery stalk, diced
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 liter Vegetable stock or water
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried beans thoroughly under cold water. Place them in a large bowl and cover with plenty of water. Let the beans soak overnight or for at least 8 hours. Drain and rinse the beans before cooking.

Step 2

In a large pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes, carrot, and celery to the pot. Stir well and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften.

Step 5

Add the soaked beans to the pot along with the bay leaf, dried thyme, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat the beans with the spices.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable stock or water, ensuring the beans are fully submerged. Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 7

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer gently. Cook for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender and the flavors meld together.

Step 8

Check the seasoning and adjust with more salt and pepper, if necessary.

Step 9

Once the beans are thoroughly cooked, remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 10

Serve the stewed beans hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2152.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2205.1

Total Fat 36.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6223.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 361.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 89.9g	0%
Total Sugars 32.5g
Protein 115.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 664.7mg	0%
Iron 30.5mg	0%
Potassium 9234.9mg	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: 14.5%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 64.8%