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Creamy Tomato White Bean Stew

Creamy Tomato White Bean Stew for Cozy Comfort Food Nights

A comforting Creamy Tomato White Bean Stew that is vegan, satisfying, and perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with avocado oil if desired.
  • 1 Onion Diced; yellow or white onion works well.
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes Halved; can be swapped with grape tomatoes.
  • 3 Garlic Minced, fresh is best.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Can replace with crushed tomatoes.
  • 1/4 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Chopped, intensifies flavor.
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth For non-vegans, chicken broth can be used.
  • 1 can Canned White Beans (e.g., Cannellini) Rinsed, swap with other beans if preferred.
  • 1/2 cup Vegan Cream Cheese Or omit for a lighter stew.
  • 2 cups Greens (e.g., spinach or kale) Substitute with Swiss chard or arugula.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Can use lime juice.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • to garnish Fresh Basil Substitute with parsley if necessary.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Add 2 cups of halved cherry tomatoes, stirring and cooking for 3 to 5 minutes until they begin to burst.
  3. Incorporate 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, and 1/4 cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in 4 cups of vegetable broth and add 1 can of rinsed white beans. Bring to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Mix in 1/2 cup of vegan cream cheese and 2 cups of fresh greens, stirring until melted and wilted.
  6. Squeeze in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, and serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 450mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months.

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