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Creamy tomato white bean stew in a skillet, garnished with basil and served with toasted bread.

Creamy Tomato White Bean Stew

A hearty and creamy vegan stew combining tomatoes, white beans, and greens for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Vegan
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

Vegetables and aromatics

  • 1 small yellow onion, sliced
  • 8 oz. cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 (15 oz) can cannelini beans, drained and rinsed
  • cup vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon arrowroot starch
  • 2 cups baby greens
  • ¼ cup vegan cream cheese
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 small lemon, juiced
  • ¼ cup fresh basil, sliced for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Sauté onion in oil for 3 minutes, then add cherry tomatoes and cook until softened.
  • Add garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and tomato paste; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Whisk arrowroot starch with a splash of broth, then add to the remaining broth and pour into the pan with beans. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in vegan cream cheese, greens, and lemon juice; cook until greens wilt. Season with salt and pepper, then garnish with basil.

Notes

This stew pairs well with rice, quinoa, or toast for a complete meal.
Keyword stew, tomato, White Beans