Description
Creamy garlic white bean mash brings Mediterranean comfort straight to your kitchen, blending rich textures with simple, hearty ingredients. Silky beans seasoned with herbs offer a delightful side dish you can savor alongside grilled meats or enjoy as a luxurious vegetarian spread.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 ounces/425 grams) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) lemon juice
Seasoning and Garnish:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a medium-heat skillet, creating a gentle sizzling environment for the aromatics.
- Introduce minced garlic to the pan, allowing it to release its fragrant essence for 1-2 minutes without darkening.
- Incorporate cannellini beans, vegetable broth, and tangy lemon juice into the skillet, creating a harmonious blend.
- Simmer the mixture for 3-4 minutes, gently stirring to ensure even heating and flavor distribution.
- Transform the beans into a rustic mash using a fork or potato masher, crafting a texture that ranges from slightly chunky to smoothly creamy.
- Elevate the dish with a delicate balance of salt and pepper, tailoring the seasoning to your palate.
- Optional: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley across the surface for a vibrant, herbaceous finishing touch.
Notes
- Allow garlic to become aromatic without burning to prevent bitter flavors and maintain a sweet, mellow taste.
- Choose fresh cannellini beans for smoother texture, or drain canned beans thoroughly to reduce excess liquid and achieve a creamier consistency.
- Adjust liquid amount based on desired thickness, adding more broth for a softer mash or reducing for a chunkier texture.
- Experiment with herb variations like rosemary or thyme to enhance the bean’s natural earthiness and create unique flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 0.6 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg