One-Pot Roasted Vegetable and White Bean Stew
A comforting, one-pot stew with tender vegetables and creamy beans simmered in savory broth until deeply flavorful. This mediterranean-inspired one pot (vegetarian) ready in about 50 minutes pairs olive oil, large, diced onion, diced carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large, diced onion
- 2, diced carrot
- 2 stalks, diced celery
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed cannellini beans
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup, diced zucchini
- 1, diced bell pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe pot over medium-high heat.
- Step 2: Add 1 large diced onion, 2 diced carrots, and 2 diced celery stalks; cook for 5 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally.
- Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
- Step 4: Stir in 1 can (15 oz) drained cannellini beans, 1 cup vegetable broth, 1 cup diced zucchini, 1 diced bell pepper, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 tsp dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Step 5: Bring to a gentle simmer, cover with a lid, and transfer to the oven. Bake for 30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Step 6: Remove from oven, stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and adjust seasoning if needed.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Roasted Vegetable and White Bean Stew take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pot Roasted Vegetable and White Bean Stew?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Roasted Vegetable and White Bean Stew?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pot Roasted Vegetable and White Bean Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is One-Pot Roasted Vegetable and White Bean Stew vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Best recipe I've made this month.
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Simple and delicious.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.