I know that bean casserole dishes are a little bit dull. They’re easy to make and everyone roughly knows how to throw a dish like this together. But, dishes like this are also a great way to boost your protein intake because you can throw just about any bean/ lentil you want in there.
This dish is mainly focused on the herbs and contains very little spice, just a little hint of something to give it a tiny kick. My grandmother, who thinks black pepper is exotic seasoning, still enjoyed this dish. If you have taste buds like mine (everything has to be spicy), you’ll need to add some extra chilli.
Nutritional Information
Back to what I was saying about the easy to get your protein in, you get 10-20g per serving from this dish depending on whether you eat it alone or with some sides. Even a smaller portion served with sides provides you with 9g of fibre and over 100% of your RDA for vitamins C and A. A quarter of this dish also provides just over 20% of your RDA of iron too.
This one is so easy to adapt in terms of beans/ vegetables too. Not a fan of cannellini beans? Add some chickpeas instead. Want green lentils instead? Try it. Not a carrot fan? Add some squash, or another vegetable of your choosing instead.
I like the fact that these dishes are always good no matter how long you leave them. Add a splash of water every now and then and leave it on a low simmer and it won’t matter whether you cook it for 30 minutes or 90. Perfect for casual gatherings or meal prep.
Italian Lentil & Bean Casserole
This recipe is gluten free, dairy free, soy free, nut free and vegan.
Italian Lentil & Bean Casserole
A hearty vegetable and bean casserole for the whole family to enjoy. Easy to serve family style or on a buffet table.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 red onion chopped
- 2 medium carrots roughly chopped
- 2 red peppers roughly chopped
- ½ cup lentils
- 1 can cannellini beans drained and rinsed
- 1 tin tomatoes
- 1 tbsp mixed Italian herbs
- ½ tsp chilli powder
- ½ tsp dried rosemary
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
-
Heat a large heavy based pan on a medium heat then add the olive oil and onion. Cook for 5 minutes until onions are turning transparent, add the dried herbs, black pepper and chilli and cook for a further minute.
-
Add the carrots and peppers and stir until the seasoning is evenly coating the vegetables.
-
Now add the chopped tomatoes and lentils. Fill the tomato can with water and add that too. Bring to the boil then reduce to a simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
-
Add the cannellini beans and return to medium heat for 5-7 minutes until beans are fully warmed through. If you wish to serve this later, reduce to a low simmer again and continue to stir occasionally, top up the water when necessary.
Serve and enjoy!
Do you guys make dishes like this for meal prep?
Until tomorrow,
Sophie
That’s a comfort bowl after a day’s work. However I might add chickpeas instead of beans. I just loooove chickpeas Thanks for sharing this recipe,
Love,
Anjali
http://www.laughingmirror.com
Oh my gosh this sounds amazing! I love anything Italian inspired and we’re trying to eat less meat so this looks like a winner. I’ll definitely be giving it a go!
https://www.racheldowning.co.uk
This looks very tasty and delicious. Thank you for recipe. I would try to make it.
New Post – http://www.exclusivebeautydiary.com/2019/05/oscar-de-la-renta-bella-blanca_15.html
Can’t wait to try this out!!
It looks soo good! I’m definitely going to have to give this a try!
Xoxo, Hailey
http://www.haileyalmsted.com
Ooh, this sounds yummy, I swear everytime I come on your blog I come away like “ooh i have to make that!” so now its summer I’m defs going to start actually making things – I love reading other people’s recipes too since I’ve got stuck in a cycle of making the same rotation of dishes and not experimenting ahh
Anne //
Looks delicious!
I love cooking with beans – they’re so cheap and so filling! But I was getting a bit sick of my same recipe, so I’m going to give this a go next week! x
G
https://www.teawithgi.com
That looks delicious. 🙂
P&P style ♡ ☯ ☮ — DIY — fashion — and more — ☮ ☯ ♡
Wow! It all looks so good 🙂 Now I’m seriously hungry! Thanks for the new ideas. Great post 🙂
This sounds really yummy! I have to admit I’m on your grandmother’s side, I can’t handle anything with kick, even mild, but this looks and sounds delicious!
This sounds yummy, and also looks very tasty! I’m actually a big fan of casserole dishes, my boyfriend always thinks they taste a bit bland but to me they’re one of my favourite dishes!
Chloe xx
http://www.chloechats.com
This Italian lentil and bean casserole recipe is a hearty and wholesome dish that celebrates the robust flavors of the Mediterranean. With earthy lentils, creamy beans, and aromatic herbs, it’s a comforting meal that nourishes both body and soul. Perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings with loved ones, this casserole is sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire. Buon appetito!