When you want a meal that’s warming, grounding, and packed with nutritional goodness, a bean-and-greens stew is the perfect choice.
Beans deliver heart-healthy fiber and plant protein.
Leafy greens supply powerful antioxidants and essential minerals.
Together, they create a simple, comforting stew that supports midlife energy, digestion, and long-term heart health.
Let’s build a nourishing bowl that loves your heart right back. 💛
❤️ Why Beans & Greens Support Heart Health
1. Beans
Rich in:
- soluble fiber
- plant protein
- magnesium
- potassium
They help:
- maintain balanced blood sugar
- support healthy cholesterol
- reduce inflammation
2. Leafy Greens
Greens like kale, spinach, and Swiss chard offer:
- vitamin K
- antioxidants
- folate
- heart-supportive minerals
These nutrients help keep blood vessels flexible and healthy.
3. Healing Broth + Herbs
Garlic, rosemary, thyme, turmeric, and bay leaf all strengthen cardiovascular wellness and provide a warm, savory base.
🍲 Heart-Supportive Bean & Greens Stew (Core Recipe)
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 1 can cannellini beans (or chickpeas/lentils), rinsed
- 2 large handfuls of kale or spinach
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- ½ tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp rosemary or thyme
- Salt & pepper
- ½ scoop LiveGood Super Greens (stir in at the end)
Instructions:
- Sauté onion, garlic, and carrots in olive oil until soft.
- Add beans, broth, turmeric, herbs, and paprika.
- Simmer 10–15 minutes.
- Add your leafy greens and simmer until wilted.
- Stir in Super Greens just before serving.
Serve warm with crusty bread or quinoa for a grounding, nutrient-rich meal.
🌿 Optional Add-Ins
- Sweet potato cubes
- Cherry tomatoes
- Lemon juice
- A dollop of Greek yogurt
- Chili flakes for gentle heat
Each addition boosts flavor and heart-supportive benefits.
Support Your Keart, Balance Your Energy
This hearty stew is more than comfort food — it’s a bowl full of nutrients that support your heart, balance your energy, and warm your whole body on colder days.
Beans + leafy greens + herbs = a powerful, nourishing combination your body will thank you for.
Simple, soothing, and deeply restorative.
