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Marinated White Beans

A bright, flavorful no-cook dish of white beans marinated in lemony, garlicky olive oil with herbs. Perfect as a side, salad topper, or appetizer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Vegetarian
Calories: 240

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cans white beans cannellini or great northern, drained and rinsed
  • 0.33 cup olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced or sliced
  • 1 lemon zest plus 1–2 tbsp juice
  • 1 shallot minced, optional
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped
  • 1 tsp oregano dried, or 1 tbsp fresh
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • optional add-ins capers, roasted red pepper, basil, cherry tomatoes

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Strainer
  • Zester
  • Spoon

Method
 

  1. Drain and rinse the white beans gently and place into a mixing bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, shallot, parsley, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the marinade over the beans and fold gently to avoid breaking them.
  4. Let marinate at least 15–20 minutes or refrigerate 1–4 hours for deeper flavor.
  5. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Notes

The beans become more flavorful after sitting overnight. Add more olive oil if serving as a topping for toast.