Description
A cozy, flavorful one-pan meal featuring creamy cannellini beans, tender spinach, and Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 cans (15 ounce each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 4 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Sauté Aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent.
2. Add Garlic & Spices: Stir in the minced garlic, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for about 1 minute, until the fragrance is released.
3. Incorporate Beans & Tomatoes: Add the rinsed and drained cannellini beans and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet. Stir and cook for 3-5 minutes to warm everything through.
4. Wilt the Spinach: Toss in the chopped fresh spinach, handful by handful, allowing it to wilt down before adding more.
5. Create the Creamy Sauce: Pour in the vegetable broth and heavy cream (or coconut cream for a vegan option). Stir well and let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Finish with Parmesan: If using, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and fully incorporated.
7. Season to Taste: Taste the Marry Me White Bean & Spinach Skillet and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.
8. Serve and Enjoy: Ladle the delectable skillet into bowls and serve hot, accompanied by crusty bread, pasta, or rice, if desired.
Notes
For a vegan version, swap heavy cream for coconut cream or unsweetened almond milk.
For gluten-free options, serve over gluten-free pasta, quinoa, or cauliflower rice.
To add protein, consider grilled chicken, shrimp, or crumbled tofu.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 12 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 10 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 50 milligrams