Description
A warm, simple, and flavorful skillet dish featuring white beans, fresh spinach, garlic, and lemon.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups white beans (canned or cooked) (Rinse canned beans to remove tinny taste.)
- 4 cups fresh spinach (Use fresh for best flavor and texture.)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (Using good quality olive oil makes a difference.)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (For a milder flavor, reduce to 2 cloves.)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) (Add for heat or skip for a milder dish.)
- 1 to taste Salt (Season to taste.)
- 1 to taste Pepper (Freshly cracked is recommended.)
- Juice of 1 lemon (Add at the end for brightness.)
- Crusty bread or rice (for serving) (Bread should be torn into pieces.)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the white beans, and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Serve warm with crusty bread or over rice.
Notes
Cool leftovers to room temperature, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on low heat, adding a splash of water or lemon if needed. For additional flavor, add a drizzle of olive oil and freshly cracked black pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: Mediterranean