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Creamy Tomato White Bean Stew

Creamy Tomato White Bean Stew: A Cozy Vegan Delight

Creamy Tomato White Bean Stew is a cozy vegan dish that provides comfort and nourishment with white beans, cherry tomatoes, and greens.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or avocado oil for a neutral flavor
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
For the Creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste or crushed tomatoes as a substitute
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes optional
  • 1/4 cup Vegan Cream Cheese or coconut cream as an alternative
For the Stew
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth or water and seasonings
  • 1 15-ounce can Canned White Beans (Cannellini) drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups Nutrient-Dense Greens like spinach or kale
Finishing Touches
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice or lime juice as a substitute
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by heating a tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Once the oil shimmers, add and sauté the chopped onion for about 4–5 minutes, until it becomes translucent and fragrant.
  2. Next, toss in the halved cherry tomatoes and allow them to cook for another 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally until the tomatoes soften.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, tomato paste, and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook this mixture for 1–2 minutes until everything is well combined.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the drained white beans. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the vegan cream cheese along with the chopped greens until the cream cheese melts smoothly.
  6. Finally, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well and let it cook for an additional minute.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 4500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This stew keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days. Make a batch ahead of time for easy meal prep.

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