White Beans and Greens


Ingredients
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 small yellow onion, finely diced
4 cloves of garlic, minced with a garlic press
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans or great northern beans, drained and rinsed
½ cup vegetable broth (or water)
4 packed cups of leafy greens (Swiss chard, kale, or spinach), roughly chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Zest of 1 lemon
1–2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional garnish: chopped parsley, shaved Parmesan, or crumbled feta

Instructions
Step 1: Heat the Skillet
Place a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Allow it to warm until shimmering. A wide skillet gives the beans room to cook evenly and develop flavor.
Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics
Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring with a silicone spatula until soft and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add the Beans
Add the drained white beans to the skillet and gently toss to coat them in the oil and aromatics. Let them cook undisturbed for 2–3 minutes so they lightly caramelize and absorb flavor.
Step 4: Build the Sauce
Pour in the vegetable broth and sprinkle in the oregano and smoked paprika. Stir with a Zulay Kitchen teak wooden spoon and let the mixture simmer for 3–4 minutes, creating a light, savory sauce that coats the beans.
Step 5: Wilt the Greens
Add the greens in batches, using kitchen tongs to fold them into the beans as they wilt. This helps the greens cook evenly without becoming mushy.
Step 6: Finish with Lemon
Turn off the heat and stir in the lemon zest and fresh lemon juice. Season generously with salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Step 7: Serve
Serve warm directly from the skillet. Garnish with herbs or cheese if desired, and enjoy with crusty bread or as a hearty side.
Source: https://www.zulaykitchen.com/blogs/recipes/how-to-make-mediterranean-white-beans-and-greens-in-one-skillet

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