Italian Sauteed Beans
Transform your mealtime with this quick and flavorful recipe for Italian Sautéed Beans—a rustic dish bursting with Mediterranean charm. In just 15 minutes, tender cannellini beans are infused with the rich flavors of garlic, earthy rosemary, and a hint of crushed red pepper, all sautéed to perfection in golden olive oil. A bright splash of lemon juice and fresh parsley add a zesty finish, making this protein-packed, vegan-friendly side dish as refreshing as it is satisfying. Perfect for pairing with crusty bread or complementing roasted meats, this simple yet aromatic recipe embodies the comforting soul of Italian cooking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 whole Garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cups Cannellini beans
- 1 whole Fresh rosemary sprigs
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Peel and lightly crush the garlic cloves. Add them to the skillet along with the crushed red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden, making sure not to burn it.
Rinse and drain the cannellini beans if using canned. Add the beans to the skillet and stir well to coat them in the garlic and oil mixture.
Toss in the rosemary sprig, and season with salt and ground black pepper.
Cook the beans, stirring occasionally, for 5-6 minutes, allowing them to warm through and absorb the flavors.
Remove the skillet from the heat and discard the rosemary sprig.
Stir in the lemon juice and sprinkle with the fresh parsley.
Serve warm as a side or with crusty bread for a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
674 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.2 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2587 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.7 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 29.0 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 198 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 1574 mg | 33% | |
*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.
