Description
This Easy Flavor-Packed Marinated White Beans recipe is a simple, healthy dish combining tender white beans with a zesty marinade of garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and fresh herbs. Perfect as a side or salad topping, it offers a fresh, savory flavor that’s both satisfying and nutritious.
Ingredients
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Beans
- 2 cups White Beans (Dried or canned, soaked overnight if dried)
Marinade
- 4 cloves Garlic (Minced)
- 1/4 cup Lemon Juice (Freshly squeezed)
- 1/3 cup Olive Oil (Extra virgin)
- 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (Chopped: parsley, basil, or thyme)
- Salt (To taste)
- Pepper (To taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (Optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Beans: Soak dried beans overnight. Drain and cook in a pot with fresh water until tender, about 1 to 1.5 hours. If using canned beans, rinse and drain to remove excess sodium.
- Make the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil. Whisk the ingredients together until fully blended to create a flavorful base for the beans.
- Combine Beans and Marinade: Add the cooked or canned beans to the marinade bowl. Gently fold the beans in to ensure each bean is coated with the garlicky lemon mixture without breaking them.
- Add Fresh Herbs and Seasoning: Sprinkle chopped fresh herbs along with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Gently fold again to evenly distribute the flavors throughout the beans.
- Marinate the Beans: Cover the bowl and allow the beans to marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature. For a deeper flavor, refrigerate for several hours or overnight, allowing the marinade to infuse thoroughly.
- Serve: Stir the marinated beans gently before serving. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve either warm or chilled as a delicious side dish or salad addition.
Notes
- Dried beans must be soaked overnight to ensure even cooking and better digestion.
- Using canned beans saves time; just be sure to rinse well to reduce sodium content.
- Fresh herbs like parsley, basil, or thyme can be mixed or substituted according to preference.
- Red pepper flakes add a subtle heat but can be omitted for a milder version.
- This dish can be served cold as a salad or warm as a side dish.
