Marinated White Beans

Marinated White Beans recipe is a quick, easy and incredibly flavorful meal that is part of the Mediterranean diet. This recipe can be served many ways. However, it is beyond amazing on olive oil toast with freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano (aka real Italian parmesan cheese).

Course Lunch or Dinner

Cuisine Italian

Keyword Marinated Cannellini Beans, Marinated White Beans

Prep Time 15

Servings servings

Calories 220kcal

Author Heather

Equipment

Ingredients

1 15 ounce can white beans *Rinsed and drained, See Note #1 below
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium lemon zested
2 tablespoons lemon juice *See Note #2 below
1/2 teaspoon salt (flakey sea salt) *1/4 teaspoon regular table salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 large garlic cloves *crushed or minced about 2 teaspoons, See Note #3 below
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary *or your favorite herbs, See Note #4 below
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
2 tablespoons finely diced red onion

Instructions

Rinse and drain beans.
In a medium sized mixing bowl whisk together the oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, herbs and onion.
Add beans and toss well.
Refrigerate for 30 minutes and then serve on olive oil toast with freshly grated parmesan. See Note #5 below.
Store in refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Notes

Recipe Notes

Note #1- Cannellini Beans, Great Northern Beans and Navy Beans are all wonderful options for this recipe.

Note #2- Red wine vinegar, white balsamic vinegar or apple cider vinegar may all be a substitute for lemon juice.

Note #3- If fresh garlic is unavailable, use 1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic.

Note #4- If only dried herbs are available, use 2 teaspoons of each herb (total of 4 teaspoons).

Note #5- To make olive oil toast place a frying pan over medium heat with about 1/8- 1/4 inch of extra virgin olive oil. Add bread and cook on both sides until golden brown and toasty. Total cooking time will depend on the size and thickness of the bread. However, the bread should take approximately 7-10 minutes. Note: If cooking on a larger burner, medium-low heat may be needed.

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