Tuscan white bean stew

Tuscan white bean stew is a hearty, rustic soup from the Tuscany region of Italy, typically featuring creamy cannellini beans as the star ingredient. It's traditionally simmered with aromatic vegetables like onions, carrots, and celery, along with savory herbs such as rosemary and sage, and often includes tomatoes or leafy greens like kale.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This stew is a balanced, plant-based meal that is a good source of complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber from the beans, while being relatively low in fat and moderate in protein. A typical serving provides roughly 250-350 calories, along with key nutrients like iron, potassium, and folate.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	14 g
Carbs	42 g
Fat	6 g
Fiber	11 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	680 mg
Potassium	650 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Magnesium	85 mg
Folate	160 mcg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Vitamin K	20 mcg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this dish embodies the Tuscan philosophy of 'cucina povera' (peasant cooking), transforming simple, affordable ingredients into a deeply satisfying and nutritious meal. Nutritionally, the combination of beans and grains (if served with bread) creates a complete protein, making it a traditional staple for plant-based nutrition.