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Spanish Beans with Tomatoes

Spanish Beans with Tomatoes - A Flavorful Vegan Delight

This Vegan Spanish Beans with Tomatoes recipe offers a comforting blend of flavors, making it a wholesome choice for dinner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Provides richness and depth; can substitute with another cooking oil
  • 1 medium Onion Finely diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; adjust based on taste preference
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Key seasoning; can substitute with sweet or hot paprika
  • 2 Bay Leaves Remove before serving
For the Stew
  • 2 cans Butter Beans Drained and rinsed; can swap with cannellini beans or chickpeas
  • 2 cans Plum Tomatoes Can use diced or fresh tomatoes
  • to taste Sea Salt & Black Pepper Essential for seasoning
For the Freshness
  • 2 handfuls Spinach Roughly chopped; kale or chard can be alternatives
  • Fresh Parsley For garnishing

Equipment

  • Large saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add 1 finely diced onion to the pan, sautéing for 3-5 minutes until it turns translucent and soft.
  3. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, and 2 bay leaves, cooking for an additional minute.
  4. Add 2 cans of drained butter beans and 2 cans of plum tomatoes to the pot, breaking up the tomatoes slightly.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and let the stew simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Once thickened, stir in 2 large handfuls of roughly chopped spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Remove the bay leaves before serving, garnishing with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 12gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfect for weeknight dinners or as part of a tapas spread. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months.

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