Vegan Savory Mashed Beans

Elevate your plant-based meals with this creamy and flavorful Vegan Savory Mashed Beans recipe. Made with tender cannellini beans, fragrant garlic, and a medley of fresh rosemary and thyme, this dish is a comforting yet nutritious alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. A splash of lemon juice and a sprinkle of nutritional yeast add a zesty, umami-packed twist, while olive oil ensures a silky finish. Perfectly seasoned with vegetable broth, salt, and pepper, this quick 25-minute recipe is ideal as a side dish or served alongside crusty bread and leafy greens for a wholesome, satisfying meal. Garnished with fresh parsley, these savory mashed beans are as visually appealing as they are delicious—a must-try for any vegan dinner table!

Nutriscore Rating: 90/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked cannellini beans (or other white beans)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 large garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon rosemary, fresh
• 1 teaspoon thyme, fresh
• 0.5 cup vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, ground
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant and lightly golden, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the rosemary and thyme, allowing them to release their aroma, about 30 seconds.

Step 4

Add the cooked cannellini beans to the skillet. Gently mash the beans with back of a fork or a potato masher, leaving some beans whole for texture.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and stir everything together. Let it simmer on low for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Stir in the lemon juice, nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 7

Remove from heat and drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the mashed beans.

Step 8

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish or with your choice of bread or greens.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(692.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1163.2

Total Fat 45.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1487.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 138.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.8g	0%
Total Sugars 5.1g
Protein 56.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 466.3mg	0%
Iron 19.9mg	0%
Potassium 3015.3mg	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: 34.5%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 46.6%