Description
Creamy Tomato White Bean Stew is a comforting and nutritious dish that’s perfect for any meal. This vegan stew combines the heartiness of white beans with the sweetness of cherry tomatoes, creating a rich and creamy texture that’s both satisfying and healthy. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Enjoy it on its own or serve it over rice, quinoa, or alongside crusty bread for a complete meal. With its vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this stew is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small yellow onion, sliced
- 8 oz. cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 (15 oz) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1¼ cup vegetable broth
- 2 cups baby greens (like arugula or spinach)
- ¼ cup vegan cream cheese
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add oil and sauté onion until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and tomato paste; cook for about 1 minute.
- In a small bowl, mix arrowroot starch with a splash of vegetable broth before adding it to the saucepan along with the remaining broth and rinsed beans.
- Simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in vegan cream cheese until melted, then mix in baby greens until wilted.
- Season with lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added spice, consider incorporating red pepper flakes during cooking. You can use any variety of white beans such as navy or great northern beans based on availability.