Miso-Infused Pinto Bean & Roasted Veggie Warm Salad

Recipe by Shokuiku cuisineCourse: MainCuisine: Fusion CuisineDifficulty: Easy
Servings

2

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

1

hour 

20

minutes

Warm Pinto Beans, Tomatoes, and Roasted Vegetables Salad is a nourishing and flavorful vegan dish that brings together hearty ingredients with a burst of umami from red miso. The tender pinto beans are gently simmered, absorbing the savory depth of miso, while the roasted carrots and parsnips add a sweet, caramelized contrast. Juicy vine-ripened tomatoes, paired with garlic and shallots, give the dish a Mediterranean flair. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this salad is perfect for chilly days, offering a warm, comforting, and wholesome meal that’s both satisfying and packed with nutrients. Serve it as a light lunch or a colorful side for a cozy dinner—each bite will leave you feeling nourished and content.

Ingredients

  • 140g pinto beans, washed

  • 800ml water

  • 1 tbsp red miso paste

  • 250g sweet vine-ripened tomatoes, halved

  • 1 shallot, finely chopped

  • 2 garlic cloves, sliced

  • 200g carrot, chopped

  • 200g parsnip, chopped

  • Parsley, finely chopped (for garnish)

  • Sea salt flakes

  • Ground black pepper

  • Rapeseed oil

Directions

  • Cook the beans:
    🔹Place the pinto beans in a pot with 800ml of water and a pinch of salt.
    🔹Bring to a boil, then add the red miso paste and stir until dissolved.
    🔹Cover the pot, reduce the heat, and simmer for about 1 hour, until the beans are tender.
  • Roast the vegetables:
    🔹While the beans cook, preheat the oven to 180°C (fan).
    🔹Heat a frying pan with a little rapeseed oil over medium heat. Add the chopped carrots and parsnips, and sear them until golden brown.
    🔹Transfer the vegetables to the oven and roast for about 30 minutes.
  • Strain the beans:
    🔹Once the beans are cooked, drain them, saving the cooking liquid for later.
  • Sauté tomatoes and aromatics:
    🔹In a separate frying pan, heat some rapeseed oil over medium heat. Add the tomatoes, garlic, and shallots. Fry until the tomatoes are soft and the garlic and shallots are fragrant.
  • Combine the beans and tomatoes:
    🔹Add the cooked pinto beans to the pan with the tomatoes. Stir well to combine, and add a ladle of the reserved bean cooking liquid.
    🔹Season with sea salt, black pepper, and parsley.
  • Finish the roasted vegetables:
    🔹Remove the roasted carrots and parsnips from the oven. Season with black pepper.
  • Serve:
    🔹In a serving bowl, arrange the pinto bean and tomato mixture.
    🔹Top with the roasted vegetables, and garnish with chopped parsley.
    🔹Serve warm.

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