Description
A quick and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired white bean and basil dish, perfect as a main course or side.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups white beans (cooked or canned, rinsed)
- ½ cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ cup vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: cherry tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes.
- Add white beans and vegetable broth; simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in fresh basil and lemon juice, then remove from heat.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional toppings.
- Serve warm with crusty bread or as a side dish.
Notes
- Adjust the lemon juice to balance the brightness.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Side Dish
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Plant-Based
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: White bean basil recipe, Mediterranean bean dish, quick vegetarian recipe