Pan-Seared White Beans with Kale and Walnuts
A delightful and nutritious dish featuring hearty white beans, vibrant kale, and crunchy walnuts, brought together with a medley of spices and citrus flavors.
Ingredients
| ½ | bunch stems removed |
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| 2 | tablespoons |
| 2 | cooked, 2 to 3 big handfuls |
| ¼ | teaspoon |
| ⅓ | cup lightly toasted and chopped |
| 1 | clove minced |
| ⅛ | teaspoon |
| 1 | tablespoon |
| 1 | zested |
| ⅓ | cup freshly grated, optional |
Instructions
| 1. | Prepare the kale by chopping it finely, washing it thoroughly, and removing the excess water by shaking. Set it aside. |
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| 2. | In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil. Add the white beans in a single layer. Allow them to brown lightly on one side for about 3-4 minutes before flipping to brown the other side, ensuring they become golden and slightly crunchy on the outside. |
| 3. | Introduce the prepared kale and sprinkle with salt. Cook for less than a minute, ensuring the kale retains some texture. Add the toasted walnuts and minced garlic, wait briefly, then sprinkle in the nutmeg. After a short pause, incorporate the lemon juice and zest. Remove from heat and serve, finishing with a dusting of Parmesan cheese. |
Published on Jul 18, 2024 by Luminița