Beans + Legumes

Need ideas for how to incorporate more legumes into your cooking? Scroll on for dozens of recipes that highlight beans, chickpeas, and lentils - like my popular Moroccan green lentil soup, Indian chickpea stew, and creamy tomato beans. And don't miss this guide for how to cook dried beans from scratch.

Got a special place in your heart for chickpeas or lentils? Head here for deep dives into chickpea and lentil recipes.

Roasted Garlic White Bean Dip

11/18/2025

Turn a can of white beans into a luscious party snack! All you need is some roasted garlic and a food …

11/03/2025

This vegan take on meatloaf is made with lentils, walnuts, and oats. Served alongside mashed potatoes, it's the ultimate …

10/14/2025

Lentil barley soup with mushrooms is a cozy Eastern European-inspired comfort food. As much as I love experimenting …

09/09/2025

These plant-based spicy "tuna" bowls are made with canned white beans. An easy and satisfying meal that's ready in just …

08/27/2025

This Indian-inspired eggplant chickpea curry is fully plant-based and ready in under an hour. My love for eggplant …

08/19/2025

This vegan, 5-ingredient edamame dip is inspired by Eastern European flavors. It's lemony, garlicky, and can be prepped …

07/22/2025

These avocado and white bean toasts are ready in about 20 minutes, and work for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or as a …

06/03/2025

These simple 7-ingredient veggie patties - made with chickpea flour - are a delicious and unexpected way to eat your …

05/27/2025

This high-protein edamame quinoa salad is easy to make and a great way to use up whatever crunchy veg you have on …

05/13/2025

This light lemon zucchini pasta bursts with citrusy, herby freshness. Seared zucchini, chickpeas, capers, white wine, …