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Creamy Tomato White Bean Stew

Creamy Tomato White Bean Stew: A Cozy Vegan Delight

A hearty Creamy Tomato White Bean Stew that transforms your kitchen into a cozy haven, perfect for anyone embracing a vegan or gluten-free lifestyle.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew Base
  • 2 tbs Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Diced
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes Halved, fresh preferred
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tbs Tomato Paste Concentrated flavor
  • 0.5 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Chopped
For the Liquid & Beans
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Low-sodium preferred
  • 1 can Canned Cannellini Beans Drained
For the Creaminess
  • 4 oz Vegan Cream Cheese Can use coconut cream as substitute
For the Freshness
  • 2 cups Baby Greens Kale or spinach are good options
  • 1 tbs Lemon Juice Can substitute with lime juice
  • to taste Salt Adjust based on broth salt levels
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil For garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 diced yellow onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
  2. Add 2 cups of halved cherry tomatoes to the pan, stirring occasionally. Cook for 3-4 minutes until they begin to burst and release their juices.
  3. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and 2 tablespoons of tomato paste. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
  4. Pour in 4 cups of vegetable broth and add 1 can of drained cannellini beans. Bring to a gentle simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes.
  5. Mix in 4 ounces of vegan cream cheese, 2 cups of baby greens, and the juice of 1 lemon. Stir until everything is well combined and heated through.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting based on broth's salt levels. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 12gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best flavor, make the stew ahead of time; flavors develop beautifully overnight. Adjust thickness as desired and consider adding extra veggies.

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