Description
Comforting one-pot sundried tomato white beans deliver Mediterranean warmth with minimal effort. Simple ingredients blend into a rich, hearty meal you can savor with crusty bread or over grains.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 (14 oz/400g) cans of white beans (such as cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
- 1 (14 oz/400g) can of diced tomatoes
- ⅓ cup (50g) sundried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil, drained slightly)
Vegetables and Herbs:
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups (60g) fresh spinach or kale, chopped (optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (or a mix of oregano, basil, and thyme)
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup (120ml) vegetable broth or white wine
- ½ cup (120ml) coconut milk or heavy cream (for creaminess)
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious cooking vessel, allowing it to shimmer and spread across the surface over medium-high temperature.
- Gently introduce diced onions into the heated oil, stirring occasionally and allowing them to transform into a soft, translucent golden landscape for approximately 5-6 minutes.
- Incorporate minced garlic and red pepper flakes, creating an aromatic base that releases its vibrant essence, carefully monitoring to prevent burning and developing a rich, complex flavor profile for about 30-45 seconds.
Notes
- Swap regular onions with sweet Vidalia onions for a mellower, slightly caramelized flavor profile that complements the sundried tomatoes beautifully.
- Use freshly crushed red pepper flakes instead of pre-ground to enhance the heat and aromatic intensity of the dish, giving it a more vibrant taste.
- Choose high-quality sundried tomatoes packed in olive oil for deeper, richer flavor and smoother texture throughout the bean mixture.
- Consider adding a splash of white wine during the sautéing process to introduce subtle complexity and depth to the overall dish’s taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 0mg