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White Bean Skillet High-Protein Dinner

Devastating White Bean Skillet High-Protein Dinner in 30

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  • Author: Madison Clarke
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Italian-inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This White Bean Skillet is a high-protein dinner ready in 30 minutes. It features white beans, spinach, and Parmesan in a flavorful tomato sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped (about 1½ cups)
  • 3 tablespoons no-salt-added tomato paste
  • 3 medium cloves garlic, finely chopped (1 tablespoon)
  • 1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt plus ⅛ teaspoon, divided
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper, plus more for garnish
  • 1 (28-ounce) can no-salt-added whole peeled tomatoes, undrained and crushed
  • 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added white beans, rinsed
  • 1 (5-ounce) package baby spinach
  • 1 ounce Parmesan cheese, shaved and crumbled (about ⅓ cup)
  • 8 slices whole-wheat baguette (½ ounce each), toasted

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add 3 tablespoons tomato paste; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant and deepened in color, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in chopped garlic, 1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper; cook, stirring often, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  3. Add crushed tomatoes and rinsed beans; bring to a lively simmer over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
  4. Fold in 5 ounces spinach; cook, stirring constantly, until bright green and just wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Sprinkle with the remaining ⅛ teaspoon salt.
  5. Divide the mixture among 4 bowls. Sprinkle with crumbled Parmesan. Garnish with additional crushed red pepper, if desired. Serve with toasted baguette slices.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper to your preference.
  • Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: Approximately 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg