Description
A delicious and nutritious dish featuring creamy white beans and vibrant spinach, perfect for a wholesome meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté the minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and golden.
- Add the drained white beans and stir occasionally for 3-4 minutes until heated through.
- Incorporate the fresh spinach, cooking until it wilts beautifully.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Finish with a drizzle of fresh lemon juice before serving.
Notes
Make ahead and store in an airtight container for up to three days. Can be served hot or cold.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: spinach, white beans, vegetarian, healthy recipe, quick meals, nutritious side