Arugula Salad with Cannellini Beans

Arugula Salad with Cannellini Beans
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    8 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    23 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    88

Elevate your lunch or dinner with this vibrant and satisfying warm salad. Tender cannellini beans, aromatic herbs, and a bright tomato base come together to create a delightful dish that is both simple and elegant. Perfect as a light meal or a flavourful accompaniment to grilled meats.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    71 g
  • Cholesterol
    4 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    23 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    245 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
1 mins

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant (about 1 minute). Be careful not to burn the garlic. (1 minute)

02

Step
3 mins

Add the diced tomatoes (with their juice), white wine, dried sage, and dried thyme to the skillet. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the sauce to reduce slightly and the flavors to meld. (3 minutes)

03

Step
4 mins

Stir in the drained and rinsed cannellini beans and chopped fresh basil. Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the beans are heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly, approximately 3 to 4 minutes. (4 minutes)

04

Step

Arrange the fresh arugula on a serving platter or individual plates.

05

Step

Spoon the warm cannellini bean mixture evenly over the bed of arugula.

06

Step

Garnish with shaved Parmesan cheese, if desired, just before serving. Serve immediately.

For a richer flavor, consider using roasted garlic instead of fresh. Simply roast a head of garlic until soft, then squeeze out the cloves and mash before adding to the pan.
A pinch of red pepper flakes can add a touch of heat to this dish.
If you don't have white wine on hand, chicken broth or vegetable broth can be used as a substitute.
Feel free to experiment with other fresh herbs, such as parsley or oregano.
Toasted pine nuts or a drizzle of balsamic glaze would also make excellent additions to this salad.

Brenna Littel

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 29 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Dion Keeling

    This salad is so easy to make and tastes amazing! I added a squeeze of lemon juice at the end for extra brightness.

  • Esperanza Weimannhuel

    I tried it with goat cheese instead of Parmesan and it was delicious!

  • Kathlyn Williamson

    I love how quickly this comes together. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner.

  • Martina Boylecollins

    The combination of the peppery arugula and creamy beans is fantastic. I'll definitely be making this again.

  • Vince Collins

    This recipe is a keeper! I doubled the recipe and brought it to a potluck – it was a hit!

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