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Marry Me White Bean Skillet Recipe

4.8 from 98 reviews

This Marry Me White Bean Skillet is a quick and flavorful plant-based dish featuring tender white beans simmered with aromatic spices, sautéed vegetables, and fresh parsley. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a wholesome and comforting meal perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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Beans and Broth

  • 2 cups white beans, cooked
  • 1 cup vegetable broth

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced

Spices

  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Garnish

  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil: Place a skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil, allowing it to warm up and coat the bottom of the pan.
  2. Sauté the onion: Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook until it becomes translucent, softening and releasing its sweetness, about 4-5 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and bell pepper: Stir in the minced garlic and diced bell pepper, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the vegetables begin to soften.
  4. Spice it up: Mix in the smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper, stirring well to evenly coat the vegetables with the spices.
  5. Add beans and broth: Pour in the cooked white beans along with the vegetable broth, stirring to combine all ingredients thoroughly in the skillet.
  6. Simmer: Reduce the heat slightly and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and the skillet ingredients to heat through.
  7. Finish and garnish: Remove from heat and sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over the skillet right before serving for a burst of color and fresh herb flavor.

Notes

  • You can use canned white beans if short on time; just rinse and drain them before use.
  • For extra protein, add a handful of cooked spinach or kale in the last few minutes of simmering.
  • This dish pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or served over rice or quinoa for a heartier meal.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more smoked paprika or cumin if desired.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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