Easy Vegan White Bean Au Pistou
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Easy Vegan White Bean Au Pistou, a quick and wholesome dish that brings a taste of Provence to your table. This 15-minute recipe combines tender white beans infused with garlicky olive oil and a fresh, herbaceous pistou made from basil, parsley, nutritional yeast, and a hint of zesty lemon. Perfect for a light main course or a hearty side, this dish can be served with crusty bread or paired with your favorite roasted vegetables. With its nut-free option using sunflower seeds and its high-protein, plant-based ingredients, this recipe is both versatile and family-friendly. Whether you're seeking an easy vegan dinner or a crowd-pleasing side dish, this white bean au pistou is a flavorful and nourishing choice!
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Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked white beans (cannellini or great northern beans)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley leaves
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts (or substitute sunflower seeds for a nut-free version)
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water or vegetable broth (optional, for thinning pistou)
Directions
Step 1
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Add them to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3
Add the cooked white beans to the skillet and stir gently to coat them in the garlic oil. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to warm through. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 4
In a food processor or blender, combine the basil leaves, parsley leaves, pine nuts (or sunflower seeds), nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Step 5
Pulse the ingredients until they form a rough paste. Scrape down the sides as needed and add water or vegetable broth, 1 tablespoon at a time, to achieve your desired consistency.
Step 6
Taste the pistou and adjust seasoning as necessary (more salt, pepper, or lemon juice can be added to your preference).
Step 7
Gently toss the warm white beans with the pistou until evenly coated. Transfer to a serving dish.
Step 8
Serve immediately as a main dish with crusty bread or as a side dish alongside roasted vegetables or a salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (907.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1375.5 |
| Total Fat 44.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1261.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 180.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 50.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.9g | |
| Protein 72.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 633.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 25.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3168.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories