Italian-Inspired Beans and Greens
A comforting dish combining hearty greens and creamy white beans for a soul-warming meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cans white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bunch kale or Swiss chard, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the diced onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent and fragrant.
- Gently stir in chopped kale or Swiss chard and cook until just wilted.
- Stir in drained beans, vegetable broth, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes.
- Sprinkle in red pepper flakes if desired, adjust seasoning, and serve warm topped with grated Parmesan.
Notes
For a creamier texture, mash a portion of the beans before adding them back. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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