🥬 Mediterranean White Beans and Greens

Tender white beans, garlicky greens, and a drizzle of olive oil — a simple, wholesome dish full of flavor and color!

📝 Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked white beans (cannellini or great northern)

• 4 cups fresh greens (kale, spinach, or chard), chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

• Juice of ½ lemon

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

• Optional: 2 tbsp grated Parmesan or toasted pine nuts for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Sauté garlic — Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; cook 30 seconds until fragrant.

2. Cook the greens — Add chopped greens and cook until wilted, 3–5 minutes.

3. Add beans — Stir in white beans and cook until warmed through. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.

4. Serve — Top with grated Parmesan or toasted pine nuts if desired. Serve as a side dish or a light main with crusty bread.