Description
This Spicy White Bean Stew with Harissa is a hearty and flavorful dish packed with vegetables, beans, and warming spices. The harissa adds a spicy kick, while the beans provide protein and fiber for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery ribs, diced
- 1 cup roasted red pepper, chopped
- 6–8 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 2 cups green leaf kale, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Seasonings and Sauces:
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2–4 dashes vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ cup spicy harissa sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- Black pepper, to taste
Beans and Tomatoes:
- 15 ounces canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 30 ounces canned butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 ounces fire-roasted diced tomatoes
Liquid and Finishings:
- 4 cups vegetable stock
- ½ lemon, juiced
- Feta crumbles, for serving
- Greek yogurt or sour cream, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, roasted red pepper, and garlic. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, harissa, smoked paprika, cumin, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add Beans and Tomatoes: Add cannellini beans, butter beans, and diced tomatoes. Pour in vegetable stock and bring to a simmer. Cook for 20-25 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in kale, parsley, and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with feta crumbles and a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream, if desired.
Notes
- This stew can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- Adjust the spiciness by adding more or less harissa sauce according to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 12 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg