Spinach and White Beans with Garlic
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this simple yet satisfying Spinach and White Beans with Garlic recipe, a nutrient-packed dish bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Tender white beans, such as cannellini or great northern, are paired with fresh spinach and fragrant garlic, all sautéed in heart-healthy olive oil for a rich, savory base. A splash of vegetable broth adds depth, while a hint of red pepper flakes brings subtle heat to this comforting one-skillet dish. Finished with a bright squeeze of lemon juice and an optional sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this quick 25-minute recipe is perfect as a wholesome side or a vegetarian main served over crusty bread. Packed with protein, fiber, and vibrant flavors, it’s a go-to choice for a delicious and nourishing meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 large garlic cloves
- 2 cups cooked white beans (cannellini or great northern)
- 8 cups fresh spinach
- 0.5 cup vegetable broth
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Thinly slice the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and just beginning to turn golden (be careful not to burn the garlic).
Add the cooked white beans to the skillet and stir to combine with the garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes to warm through.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet in batches, allowing each batch to wilt slightly before adding the next. Stir to incorporate the spinach with the beans and garlic.
Pour in the vegetable broth and sprinkle with the red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well, reduce the heat to low, and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes until the spinach is fully wilted and tender.
Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice for a bright, fresh flavor.
Serve warm as a side dish or over crusty bread as a main dish. Optionally, sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1103 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.9 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 48 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 2560 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.4 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.9 g | 121% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 62.2 g | 124% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1190 mg | 92% | |
| Iron | 19.0 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 2409 mg | 51% | |
*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.
