Description
A simple yet sophisticated dish of tender white beans marinated in an aromatic blend of olive oil, fresh herbs, and citrus for a delightful Italian flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked white beans (cannellini or navy, drained and rinsed)
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil (best quality recommended)
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (freshly cracked)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, black pepper, and sea salt until well combined.
- Gently fold the cooked white beans into the marinade, ensuring each bean is coated evenly.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the beans marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Before serving, sprinkle chopped parsley and red pepper flakes over the beans.
Notes
Serve with crusty artisan bread or alongside grilled vegetables. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg