5 from 536 votes
Garlic Parmesan White Beans
This recipe features cannellini beans gently warmed with garlic, cherry tomatoes, and a blend of spices including Aleppo pepper and cumin. The beans are finished with fresh parsley, a squeeze of lemon, and a mix of Parmesan and Pecorino Romano cheeses, delivering a creamy, savory side with a touch of brightness. The olive oil drizzle enriches the dish, creating a satisfying texture that pairs well with crusty bread or pita for a simple meal or appetizer.
Cook Time
15 mins
Servings:
4
Calories:
3167 kcal
Course:
Side Dish, Appetizer, Lunch
Cuisine:
Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 3 to 4 garlic minced, cloves
- extra virgin olive oil
- 2 15-ounce cans cannellini beans drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- kosher salt
- black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1 cup parsley chopped, fresh
- ¼ to 1/3 cup Parmesan Cheese shaved
- 1/4 cup Pecorino Romano cheese grated
- lemon juice of half
Instructions
- In a large pan, warm 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook briefly, tossing regularly, until just golden.
- Add the cannellini beans and ½ cup water. Season with kosher salt, black pepper, and the spices. Add the tomatoes. Cook, stirring occasionally until warmed through (about 10 minutes)
- Stir in the parsley, cheese, and lemon juice.
- Finish with a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Serve immediately with pita or your favorite crusty bread.
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Notes
- Substitute cannellini beans with butter beans or great northern beans if needed.
- Canned beans are used for convenience, but soaked and cooked dry beans can be used as well.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat on the stove with a small amount of water to prevent drying.
Nutrition Information
Calories
316.7kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
50.5g
(17%)
Protein
21.2g
(42%)
Fat
4.2g
(6%)
Saturated Fat
2.3g
(12%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.4g
(2%)
Monounsaturated Fat
1.1g
(6%)
Cholesterol
10.8mg
(4%)
Sodium
498.3mg
(21%)
Potassium
1195.3mg
(25%)
Fiber
11.5g
(46%)
Sugar
1.8g
(4%)
Vitamin A
1672.1IU
(33%)
Vitamin C
29.2mg
(32%)
Calcium
333.8mg
(33%)
Iron
8.1mg
(45%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 3167
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 316.7kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 50.5g | 17% |
| Protein | 21.2g | 42% |
| Fat | 4.2g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3g | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.1g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 10.8mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 498.3mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 1195.3mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 11.5g | 46% |
| Sugar | 1.8g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1672.1IU | 33% |
| Vitamin C | 29.2mg | 32% |
| Calcium | 333.8mg | 33% |
| Iron | 8.1mg | 45% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.