Cannellini Bean Saute

Elevate your weeknight meals with this quick and flavorful Cannellini Bean Sauté! This vibrant dish combines creamy cannellini beans with aromatic garlic, earthy rosemary, and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes, all sautéed to perfection in rich olive oil. A splash of fresh lemon juice adds a zesty brightness, while a sprinkle of parsley provides the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe offers a versatile serving option—enjoy it as a wholesome side, or spoon it over toasted bread for a savory appetizer. Packed with protein, fiber, and bold Mediterranean flavors, this easy, one-skillet recipe is sure to become a favorite for healthy, delicious dining.

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 units garlic cloves
• 2 cups cannellini beans (cooked or canned, rinsed and drained)
• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary (or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary)
• 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Peel and finely slice the garlic cloves, then add them to the skillet. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 3

Add the cannellini beans to the skillet. Stir gently to coat the beans in the garlic oil.

Step 4

Sprinkle the rosemary and red pepper flakes over the beans. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are warmed through and slightly crispy on the outside.

Step 5

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Transfer the beans to a serving dish and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 7

Serve immediately as a side dish or spoon over toasted bread for a hearty appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(578.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	743.1

Total Fat 30.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2482.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 88.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.1g	0%
Total Sugars 3.6g
Protein 37.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 283.5mg	0%
Iron 13.6mg	0%
Potassium 1647.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.6%

Protein: 19.1%

Carbs: 45.3%