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Thomas Baker

Creamy Tomato White Bean Stew Recipe Easy and Comforting

Enjoy the warm and rich flavors of this Creamy Tomato White Bean Stew, a perfect easy vegan meal that is both nourishing and satisfying. This plant-based stew blends protein-rich white beans with juicy cherry tomatoes and vibrant greens for a hearty lunch or dinner in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 204
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 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 cannelini beans or other white beans of choice drained and rinsed
  • 1¼ cup vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon arrowroot starch tapioca starch or cornstarch
  • 2 cups baby greens like baby arugula or spinach
  • ¼ cup vegan cream cheese you can also replace with coconut cream or cashew cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 small lemon juiced
  • ¼ cup fresh basil sliced to garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of avocado or olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat, then add the sliced onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
  2. Add halved cherry tomatoes to the pan and stir occasionally, cooking for about 5 minutes until they become tender.
  3. Mix in the minced garlic, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and tomato paste, stirring consistently for 1 minute until aromatic and the paste color deepens.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the arrowroot starch with a small amount of vegetable broth until smooth, then pour it into the remaining vegetable broth and stir well.
  5. Pour the broth mixture into the saucepan and incorporate the drained white beans, letting everything simmer gently for 5 minutes to thicken slightly and heat through.
  6. Blend in the vegan cream cheese and stir until it melts smoothly into the stew.
  7. Add the baby greens and cook just until they begin to wilt, about 1 minute.
  8. Squeeze in the lemon juice, season with salt and pepper according to taste, and finish by sprinkling fresh basil on top.
  9. Serve the creamy stew on its own or alongside your favorite grains or toast for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, warm gently in a pan over low to medium heat, stirring often and adding a splash of water or broth if needed to loosen the stew.