Description
A hearty and healthy dish made with cannellini beans, spinach, and a medley of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
- 1/2 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (or a mix of oregano, basil, and thyme)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups baby spinach (or chopped kale)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil, for garnish
- Crusty bread, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic, cherry tomatoes, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the tomatoes start to blister and the mixture is fragrant.
- Add the cannellini beans, diced tomatoes (with juice), and vegetable broth. Sprinkle in the Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and let the skillet simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the baby spinach (or kale) and cook for 2 more minutes until wilted.
- Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice. Taste and adjust salt if needed. Sprinkle with Parmesan and fresh herbs, and serve warm with crusty bread if desired.
Notes
- This dish can be made vegan by omitting the Parmesan cheese.
- Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 5mg