Truffled White Beans
Elevate your side dish game with these luxurious Truffled White Beans, a creamy and aromatic blend of tender cannellini or great northern beans infused with the earthy elegance of truffle oil. This recipe is a symphony of flavors, featuring fragrant garlic, bright lemon zest, and fresh thyme for a well-rounded and sophisticated taste. Simmered in savory vegetable broth, the beans develop a rich, melt-in-your-mouth texture that pairs beautifully with optional Parmesan cheese for added indulgence, or stays vegan without it. Perfect as a decadent accompaniment to your main course or served atop toasted bread for a satisfying light meal, this easy recipe comes together in just 30 minutes. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a visually stunning finish, and wow your guests with this restaurant-quality dish crafted in your very own kitchen! Keywords: truffled white beans recipe, creamy side dish, easy vegetarian recipes, vegan truffle beans, gourmet side dish ideas, quick bean recipes.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked white beans (cannellini or great northern beans, drained and rinsed if canned)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 whole garlic cloves, finely minced
- 0.5 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon truffle oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated (optional, omit for vegan)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Stir in the cooked white beans and pour in the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer and reduce the heat to low.
Allow the beans to gently cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the broth has been absorbed and the beans are creamy.
Turn off the heat and drizzle the truffle oil over the beans. Stir gently to combine.
Mix in the chopped thyme, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
If using Parmesan cheese, sprinkle it on top and stir to let it melt slightly into the beans.
Transfer the beans to a serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish or over toasted bread for a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1070 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.2 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 1631 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 117.2 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.4 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 46.4 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 412 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1591 mg | 34% | |
*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.
