Cannellini Beans with Crushed Red Pepper
Elevate your weeknight meals with this simple yet flavorful recipe for Cannellini Beans with Crushed Red Pepper. This dish combines tender, creamy cannellini beans simmered in a savory vegetable broth with the bold, warming kick of crushed red pepper flakes, balanced by the brightness of fresh lemon juice and parsley. The golden, garlicky base infuses the beans with rich, aromatic flavor, creating a comforting dish that's perfect as a hearty side or served with crusty bread for a light, satisfying main course. Ready in just 30 minutes and brimming with wholesome ingredients, this recipe brings together ease, healthfulness, and vibrant Mediterranean-inspired taste. Keywords: cannellini beans, crushed red pepper, easy side dish, healthy recipes, Mediterranean flavors.
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cups cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the thinly sliced garlic and cook, stirring frequently, for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant and just beginning to turn golden.
Step 3
Stir in the crushed red pepper flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds to release their aroma.
Step 4
Add the rinsed and drained cannellini beans to the skillet and stir to combine.
Step 5
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Step 6
Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Step 7
Reduce the heat to low and allow the beans to cook gently for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are warmed through and the broth has slightly reduced.
Step 8
Stir in the fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley just before serving.
Step 9
Serve warm as a side dish or alongside crusty bread for a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (793.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 817.8 |
| Total Fat 44.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1333.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 81.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3.7g | |
| Protein 26.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 270.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1800.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories