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Fiber- and plant-protein-rich stew with olive oil
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Kidney Bean Vegetable Stew (240 g) has 259 calories. That works out to 108 calories per 100 g. It contains 37 g of carbs, 12.5 g of protein, 7.7 g of fat and 12.2 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Copper covers 51% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
259
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
37g
· 13% DV
Protein
12.5g
· 25% DV
Fat
7.7g
· 10% DV
Fiber
12.2g
· 44% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 19% · Fat 26%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 259 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.7 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.08 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 516 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 37 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% |
| Protein | 12.5 g | 25% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 259 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 16 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 120 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 194 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 324 kcal |
| 1 bottle (whole) | 400 g | 432 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 480 g | 518 kcal |
Calculated from 108 calories per 100 g.
Kidney Bean Vegetable Stew is made by cooking chopped vegetables with olive oil, then simmering them with cooked kidney beans, tomatoes and a little water or stock. Add already-cooked beans toward the end so they keep their shape while the vegetables become tender.
Kidney Bean Vegetable Stew commonly combines kidney beans with onion, tomatoes and vegetables such as carrots, peppers or celery. The mix can vary with the season; garlic, herbs and black pepper add flavor without changing the stew’s basic character.
No. Kidney Bean Vegetable Stew is generally a vegetable-forward, olive-oil-based stew, while chili is typically seasoned with chili peppers and spices and often includes meat. The two can share beans and tomatoes, but their seasoning and cooking style differ.
Yes. Drain and rinse canned kidney beans, then stir them into Kidney Bean Vegetable Stew near the end of cooking. They are already cooked, so prolonged simmering can make them split or turn mushy.
Yes. Dried kidney beans must be soaked and thoroughly boiled before they go into Kidney Bean Vegetable Stew; undercooked red kidney beans contain a natural toxin that can cause severe stomach upset. Do not rely on a slow cooker alone to make raw kidney beans safe.
Add fully cooked kidney beans to Kidney Bean Vegetable Stew only after the vegetables have softened, then simmer gently rather than stirring vigorously. Canned beans need even less cooking, since they can break apart if left bubbling for too long.
Kidney Bean Vegetable Stew pairs well with crusty bread, rice or a grain such as bulgur. A crisp green salad or a spoonful of plain yogurt alongside it adds a fresh contrast to the soft beans and cooked vegetables.
Yes, but use kidney beans that have already been thoroughly boiled or canned beans. Add those to Kidney Bean Vegetable Stew with the vegetables and cook until tender; a slow cooker should not be used to cook raw dried kidney beans from scratch.
Yes, Kidney Bean Vegetable Stew can be a nourishing meal because beans provide plant protein and fiber, while vegetables add variety. Pair it with a grain or salad if you want a more substantial plate, and adjust the added oil to your taste.
Yes. Cool Kidney Bean Vegetable Stew, divide it into airtight portions and freeze. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat until steaming; the vegetables may soften somewhat after freezing, but the stew is still suitable for a quick meal.
Vitamins
Folate
172.8µg · 43% DV
B1
0.26mg · 22% DV
B6
0.31mg · 18% DV
Vitamin C
16.32mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.46mg · 51% DV
Phosphorus
250mg · 36% DV
Manganese
0.74mg · 32% DV
Sodium
516mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
715mg · 21% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Kidney Bean Vegetable Stew is a home-style dish of red kidney beans simmered with vegetables and olive oil. The beans turn tender while keeping their hearty, creamy bite, and the vegetables make the broth savoury and gently sweet. Olive oil gives it a rounded, fruity finish.
In Turkey, zeytinyağlı bean dishes may be served warm or at room temperature, with bread or as part of a larger meal. Elsewhere, it also works well as a simple lunch or meat-free supper, perhaps with rice and a squeeze of lemon. Its fibre and plant protein make it a satisfying option; use a lighter hand with the oil if you prefer a less rich stew.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
High
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.68g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.86g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.