Vegan Bean and Halloumi Stew

Savor the hearty comfort of a Vegan Bean and Halloumi Stew, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite. Packed with protein-rich cannellini beans, chickpeas, and kidney beans, this wholesome stew is bursting with vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and red bell pepper, simmered in a rich tomato and vegetable broth enhanced with warming spices like cumin and smoked paprika. The real star is the golden-browned vegan halloumi, lending a satisfyingly savory touch to every bite. Finished with a splash of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of parsley, this cozy, one-pot dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping, offering 45 minutes of comforting, flavor-packed goodness. Vegan, protein-packed, and utterly delicious, this stew is sure to win hearts around the table!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, diced onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 medium, diced carrots
• 2 diced celery stalks
• 1 diced red bell pepper
• 1 15-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 15-ounce can, drained and rinsed canned cannellini beans
• 1 15-ounce can, drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
• 1 15-ounce can, drained and rinsed canned kidney beans
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 ounces, cubed vegan halloumi cheese
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 juiced lemon

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes, until translucent.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic, diced carrots, diced celery, and diced red bell pepper. Sauté for another 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 3

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes and vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a simmer.

Step 4

Add the cannellini beans, chickpeas, kidney beans, bay leaf, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the stew simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

In a separate pan, lightly brown the cubed vegan halloumi cheese over medium heat, turning occasionally, until golden on all sides, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf from the stew and discard it. Stir in the browned vegan halloumi cubes.

Step 8

Adjust the seasoning if needed, then stir in the chopped fresh parsley and lemon juice.

Step 9

Ladle the stew into bowls and serve hot. Enjoy your plant-based feast!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3902.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2995.0

Total Fat 115.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.3g
Cholesterol 8.5mg	0%
Sodium 11315.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 358.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 101.9g	0%
Total Sugars 68.5g
Protein 141.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2234.1mg	0%
Iron 41.4mg	0%
Potassium 8922.3mg	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: 34.1%

Protein: 18.7%

Carbs: 47.2%