Soy-Free Pasta with Beans

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and wholesome Soy-Free Pasta with Beans recipe! Featuring nutrient-rich brown rice pasta, hearty cannellini beans, and a medley of aromatic vegetables like red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and red onion, this dish is a satisfying option for those seeking soy-free, vegetarian meals. A splash of lemon juice and fresh basil add a burst of freshness, while Kalamata olives lend a savory, Mediterranean flair. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy pasta dish is perfect for busy nights, offering a gluten-free and protein-packed option that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Serve it hot for a cozy family dinner or as a meal-prep friendly option for the week ahead!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces Brown rice pasta
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 medium Red onion
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 15 ounces Canned cannellini beans
• 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
• 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and the brown rice pasta. Cook according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

Meanwhile, mince the garlic cloves. Dice the red onion and red bell pepper. Halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the Kalamata olives.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and diced red onion, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the diced red bell pepper to the skillet and continue to sauté for another 3 minutes until it begins to soften.

Step 5

Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes until they start to break down and release their juices.

Step 6

Rinse and drain the canned cannellini beans, then add them to the skillet. Stir in the sliced Kalamata olives.

Step 7

Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. Allow it to cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine it with the sauce and vegetables.

Step 9

Add the lemon juice and fresh basil leaves, torn into pieces, to the pasta. Toss everything together once more.

Step 10

Serve the pasta hot, garnished with additional fresh basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1417.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2278.6

Total Fat 69.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4955.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 366.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 47.6g	0%
Total Sugars 16.1g
Protein 52.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 408.1mg	0%
Iron 20.5mg	0%
Potassium 3136.7mg	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: 27.3%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 63.6%