Italian Style Kidney Beans
Transform your weeknight dinners with this hearty and flavorful Italian Style Kidney Beans recipe, a comforting one-pan dish that comes together in just 40 minutes. Featuring protein-packed kidney beans simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce infused with aromatic garlic, sweet onions, and classic Italian herbs like oregano and basil, this recipe delivers bold Mediterranean flavors in every bite. A touch of optional red chili flakes adds a gentle kick, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese provides the perfect finishing touch. Whether enjoyed as a main dish with crusty bread, ladled over fluffy rice, or served as a savory side, this versatile recipe is a satisfying option for vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it's a taste of Italy made simple!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams (canned, drained and rinsed) kidney beans
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium (finely chopped) onion
- 3 cloves (minced) garlic
- 400 grams (1 standard can) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 120 milliliters vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoons (optional, for heat) red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons (optional, grated, for garnish) Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir in the tomato paste until well combined.
Add the vegetable broth, dried oregano, dried basil, red chili flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.
Add the drained and rinsed kidney beans to the sauce. Stir to coat the beans in the sauce and cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until the beans are heated through.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to taste.
Garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese (if desired) before serving.
Serve hot as a main dish with crusty bread, over rice, or as a side dish for grilled meats or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
34094 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 367.5 g | 471% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 9 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 17256 mg | 750% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7437.6 g | 2705% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2025.5 g | 7234% | |
| Total Sugars | 4686.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1362.4 g | 2725% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 27109 mg | 2085% | |
| Iron | 1009.7 mg | 5609% | |
| Potassium | 335543 mg | 7139% | |
*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.
