Lemon Thyme Marinated White Beans
Tender and creamy marinated white beans in a garlic infused olive oil with lemon, thyme, and paprika. This simple but flavorful marinated white bean salad is a great fresh and protein-rich lunch option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 3-4 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
- 1 tsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- pinch of salt, to taste
- 15 oz can of white beans, drained
Instructions
- Heat a small pot on the stove, add the smashed garlic cloves and cook over very low heat for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and cool for a couple of minutes
- Carefully remove the garlic cloves and either mince them or discard them, depending on how much garlic flavor you want in the finished beans.
- In a large bowl, add the olive oil, garlic if using, and all other ingredients except the beans. Whisk them together until smooth.
- Pour the rinsed beans into the bowl and toss to coat in oil. Taste and add more salt or other ingredients if desired. Store in a jar to marinate in the fridge for at least an hour but preferably for a few hours to let the flavors develop.
- Serve over toast, on a salad, or with pasta.
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