Slow-Simmered Vegetable and White Bean Stew with Rosemary
A deeply flavored stew simmered with cannellini beans, seasonal vegetables, and rosemary for comforting warmth. This mediterranean-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 60 minutes pairs olive oil, large, diced onion, diced carrots 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.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large, diced onion
- 2, diced carrots
- 2 stalks, diced celery
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 (15 oz) can, drained cannellini beans
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh rosemary
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 2 cups (zucchini, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes), cut into bite-sized pieces mixed vegetables
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion, 2 diced carrots, and 2 diced celery stalks. Cook for 5 minutes until vegetables soften, stirring occasionally.
- Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 1 (15 oz) can drained cannellini beans, 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, 4 cups vegetable broth, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, and 1/2 tsp dried thyme. Bring to a simmer.
- Step 4: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes to meld flavors.
- Step 5: Add 2 cups mixed vegetables and cook uncovered for 12 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Step 6: Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot with crusty bread.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Simmered Vegetable and White Bean Stew with Rosemary take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (15 min prep + 45 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-Simmered Vegetable and White Bean Stew with Rosemary?
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 Slow-Simmered Vegetable and White Bean Stew with Rosemary?
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-Simmered Vegetable and White Bean Stew with Rosemary 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-Simmered Vegetable and White Bean Stew with Rosemary 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
- ★★★★★
The slow simmer made the vegetables so tender. A great vegetarian dish.
- ★★★★★
So simple and delicious. I'll make it every week now.
- ★★★★★
My family devoured this. Even the picky eaters loved the white beans and veggies.