Warm White Bean Salad

Elevate your meal prep with this Warm White Bean Salad, a comforting and nutrient-packed dish that comes together in just 20 minutes! Featuring creamy cannellini or great northern beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, and tender baby spinach, this recipe is the perfect blend of hearty and fresh. Infused with garlic sautéed in olive oil and dressed in a zesty lemon and red wine vinegar vinaigrette, every bite is bright and flavorful. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and optional crushed red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, this salad makes an ideal side dish or a satisfying light main. Quick to prepare and bursting with wholesome ingredients, it’s a versatile choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 89/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked white beans (cannellini or great northern)
• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 cups baby spinach leaves
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 3

Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften and release their juices.

Step 4

Gently stir in the cooked white beans and heat through for 3 minutes, ensuring everything is evenly mixed.

Step 5

Add the baby spinach to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring, until the leaves are wilted.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and pour the dressing over the warm bean mixture, tossing gently to combine.

Step 8

Top with chopped parsley and serve warm as a side or light main dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(929.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1230.8

Total Fat 59.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1238.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 137.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.2g	0%
Total Sugars 9.3g
Protein 48.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 474.2mg	0%
Iron 17.4mg	0%
Potassium 3790.3mg	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: 42.0%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 42.8%