Mung Bean and Roasted Tomato Medley
Mung Bean and Roasted Tomato Medley is a hearty and flavorful vegetarian dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The mung beans provide a good source of protein and fiber, while the roasted tomatoes add a burst of sweetness and acidity. The dish is also packed with other healthy ingredients like onions, garlic, bell peppers, and oregano.
Mung beans have been cultivated in India for thousands of years, and they are still a staple food in many parts of the world today. They are a good source of protein, fiber, and iron, and they are also relatively easy to digest. Roasted tomatoes are another healthy and flavorful ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. They add a burst of sweetness and acidity, and they are also a good source of vitamins and minerals.
Mung Bean and Roasted Tomato Medley Mung Bean and Roasted Tomato Medley Mung Bean and Roasted Tomato Medley Mung Bean and Roasted Tomato Medley
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 40 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 cup dried mung beans, rinsed and sorted
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the mung beans and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the beans are tender.
  2. While the beans are cooking, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  3. On a baking sheet, toss the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and tomatoes with the olive oil, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and lightly browned.
  5. Drain the beans and add them to the roasted vegetables.
  6. Stir to combine and serve warm.
Why It Works
  • The mung beans and roasted tomatoes are both cooked separately before being combined, which allows each ingredient to develop its own unique flavor.
  • The roasted tomatoes add a burst of sweetness and acidity to the dish, which helps to balance out the earthy flavor of the mung beans.
  • The combination of mung beans and roasted tomatoes is a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins and minerals.