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Marry Me White Bean Skillet Recipe

Name: Marry Me White Bean Skillet Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups white beans, cooked; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 bell pepper, diced; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 cup vegetable broth; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Bylina moretti March 11, 2026March 11, 2026

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Introduction

This Marry Me White Bean Skillet is a quick, flavorful dish perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal. With fragrant spices and fresh vegetables, it comes together in just 25 minutes and serves four people.

A close-up view of a skillet filled with cooked white beans mixed with small diced orange carrots, finely chopped green herbs sprinkled on top, and tiny bits of red tomato adding color. The beans are soft and creamy, scattered evenly across the pan with light steam rising. The mixture shows a variety of textures from the smooth beans, crunchy vegetables, and fresh herbs, all blending naturally together. The skillet sits on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups white beans, cooked
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 bell pepper, diced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup vegetable broth
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

Step 1: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Step 2: Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
Step 3: Add minced garlic and diced bell pepper, cooking for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Step 4: Stir in smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper to coat the vegetables evenly.
Step 5: Add the cooked white beans and pour in the vegetable broth.
Step 6: Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and the beans to heat through.
Step 7: Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Tips & Variations

For extra richness, stir in a splash of cream or coconut milk during the simmering step.
Try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle heat boost.
Use canned white beans to save time; just rinse and drain before adding.
Add chopped tomatoes or spinach for added freshness and nutrition.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of vegetable broth if needed to keep it moist.