Slow-Cooked Smoky Paprika White Bean Stew
A deeply flavorful vegetarian stew simmered to perfection with smoked paprika and cannellini beans, perfect for chilly evenings. This mediterranean-inspired slow cooker (vegetarian) ready in about 380 minutes pairs (15 oz) cannellini beans, (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 6, 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
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1, diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a slow cooker, combine 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, 1 diced yellow onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 bay leaf, and 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth. Season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Stir to fully combine, cover with the lid, and cook on low for 6 hours until the beans are tender and flavors meld.
- Step 3: Remove the bay leaf, stir in 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley, and adjust salt and pepper to taste before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Smoky Paprika White Bean Stew take to make?
Total time is about 380 minutes (20 min prep + 360 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 Slow-Cooked Smoky Paprika 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 (15 oz) cannellini beans from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Smoky Paprika 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 Slow-Cooked Smoky Paprika White Bean Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Slow-Cooked Smoky Paprika 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
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The step-by-step instructions were super clear. Turned out perfect on my first try.
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Best recipe I've made this month.
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Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
