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Creamy White Beans with Lemon, Garlic, and Parmesan

Bill Bradley, R.D.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 2
Calories 184 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • pinch red pepper flakes
  • 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans
  • 1/4 cup vegetable or chicken broth, ( or water)
  • zest of 1 lemon
  • juice of 1/2 a lemon
  • salt, to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions
 

  • Sauté aromatics: Warm olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden.
  • Simmer beans: Stir in cannellini beans and broth. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer gently for 5–7 minutes until beans are warmed through and broth has slightly reduced.
  • Finish with flavor: Add lemon zest and juice, then stir in Parmesan until melted and creamy.
  • Taste and serve: Adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 184kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 322mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 498IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 163mgIron: 1mg
Keyword creamy white beans
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