Soy-Free Hearty Beans with Vegetables

Packed with vibrant vegetables, protein-rich beans, and warm, comforting flavors, this Soy-Free Hearty Beans with Vegetables recipe is your go-to for a wholesome, plant-based meal. Combining tender kidney and cannellini beans with a medley of carrots, celery, zucchini, and kale, this one-pot dish delivers a nutrient-dense powerhouse that's free of soy yet bursting with flavor. Seasoned with aromatic herbs like thyme and oregano and simmered in a savory vegetable broth, this hearty stew is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Ready in just one hour, it’s a satisfying, family-friendly option that pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a simple side salad. Ideal for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone craving a comforting, homemade meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 units garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrot, diced
• 2 units celery stalks, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 unit bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups kale, chopped

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced carrots, celery, red bell pepper, and zucchini to the pot.

Step 5

Sauté the vegetables for about 8 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 6

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and vegetable broth, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Add the kidney beans and cannellini beans to the pot.

Step 8

Introduce the bay leaf, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the mix.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.

Step 10

Add the chopped kale to the pot, stirring occasionally, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the kale is tender.

Step 11

Adjust seasoning to taste and remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 12

Serve the hearty beans hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2992.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1766.8

Total Fat 54.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.9g
Cholesterol 7.9mg	0%
Sodium 6259.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 256.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 72.4g	0%
Total Sugars 47.8g
Protein 80.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 998.5mg	0%
Iron 27.6mg	0%
Potassium 7403.0mg	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: 26.8%

Protein: 17.4%

Carbs: 55.8%