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Marry Me White Bean Skillet Recipe

4.9 from 76 reviews

This Marry Me White Bean Skillet is a quick, flavorful, and hearty vegetarian dish featuring tender white beans cooked with aromatic spices, sautéed vegetables, and fresh parsley. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner that combines comfort and healthy ingredients in one skillet.

Ingredients

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Main 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

  1. Heat oil: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the vegetables.
  2. Sauté onion: Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook until it becomes translucent, which usually takes about 4-5 minutes, releasing its natural sweetness.
  3. Add garlic and bell pepper: Stir in the minced garlic and diced bell pepper, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes to soften them and develop their flavors.
  4. Season vegetables: Sprinkle 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 and vegetable broth, mixing everything together to combine the flavors.
  6. Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the beans to heat through and the broth to slightly reduce and thicken.
  7. Garnish and serve: Finish by garnishing the skillet with freshly chopped parsley before serving to add a fresh, herbal note.

Notes

  • You can use canned white beans, but be sure to rinse and drain them well before using.
  • For added protein, consider topping with a fried egg or serving alongside crusty bread.
  • This dish is vegan and vegetarian-friendly.
  • Feel free to swap bell pepper with other vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms based on your preference.
  • Adjust spices to taste, adding more smoked paprika or cumin for a stronger smoky or earthy flavor.

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