Two Bean and Tomato Stew with Orzo

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty Two Bean and Tomato Stew with Orzo, a comforting one-pot dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or a casual family dinner. Packed with protein-rich cannellini beans and chickpeas, tender orzo pasta, and a medley of fragrant spices like oregano, paprika, and a hint of red pepper flakes, this stew is bursting with bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Slow-simmered in a savory vegetable broth alongside tomatoes, celery, carrots, and garlic, each spoonful delivers delicious warmth and satisfaction. Garnished with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon for a bright finishing touch, this wholesome recipe is as nourishing as it is delicious. Quick to prepare in just 50 minutes and versatile enough to please vegans and meat-eaters alike, this hearty stew will quickly become a staple in your meal rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 15 ounces cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 piece bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 whole lemon, cut into wedges for serving

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, diced celery, and carrot. Sauté for another 4-5 minutes until the vegetables soften slightly.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Add the cannellini beans, chickpeas, oregano, paprika, red pepper flakes, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring the stew to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and let the stew simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Stir in the orzo pasta and cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the orzo is tender.

Step 8

Discard the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Serve the stew hot, garnished with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice from the wedges for added brightness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2751.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2682.1

Total Fat 65.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.0g
Cholesterol 8.2mg	0%
Sodium 7110.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 432.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 89.8g	0%
Total Sugars 62.3g
Protein 109.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 836.4mg	0%
Iron 35.9mg	0%
Potassium 5831.5mg	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: 21.5%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 62.6%