White Bean Roasted Tomato Stew

Creamy beans, jammy tomatoes, and greens in a deeply savory broth

This is the kind of bowl that meets you where you are: creamy beans, jammy roasted tomatoes, softened greens, and a bright finish of lemon and basil. The flavor deepens without requiring hours at the stove.

What makes this recipe satisfying

Mashing a portion of the beans creates a creamy broth without dairy. Roasting the tomatoes concentrates their flavor, and adding the greens near the end protects their color and character.

At a glance

• 4 generous bowls

• 20 minutes active • 45 minutes total

• About 340 calories per serving

Featured ingredient benefits

• White beans contribute fiber and plant protein, creating body without cream or meat.

• Kale provides vitamin K, folate, and carotenoids, while tomatoes contribute vitamin C and lycopene.

• Extra virgin olive oil and herbs bring flavor and help the vegetables feel complete rather than medicinal.

Ingredients

• 2 pints cherry tomatoes

• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided

• 1 yellow onion, diced

• 4 garlic cloves, sliced

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano

• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional

• 2 cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained

• 2 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth

• 3 cups chopped kale

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• 1/2 cup fresh basil

• Sea salt and black pepper

Method

1. Heat the oven to 425°F. Toss tomatoes with 1 tablespoon oil, salt, and pepper. Roast 20 to 25 minutes, until collapsed and caramelized at the edges.

2. Warm 1 tablespoon oil in a wide pot. Cook onion 6 to 8 minutes. Add garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes; stir 30 seconds.

3. Add beans and broth. Mash about one cup of beans against the side of the pot to give the broth body. Simmer 10 minutes.

4. Fold in kale and roasted tomatoes with their juices. Simmer 5 minutes, until the greens soften.

5. Turn off the heat. Add lemon juice, basil, remaining olive oil, and black pepper. Taste and adjust the salt and brightness.

Coach Winona’s kitchen note. This stew becomes silkier after a night in the refrigerator. Add broth when reheating, and finish each bowl with fresh basil so the flavor wakes back up.

A gentle next step

Choose one ingredient you already have, add what is missing, and let this recipe become your own.

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Estimated calorie values are calculated from standard ingredient averages and the stated yield. Actual values vary by brand, produce size, substitutions, cooking loss, and portion size. Educational information only; it is not individualized medical or nutrition care.