Description

Warm your evenings with this comforting White Bean and Pesto Bake. This hearty dish features creamy white beans and vibrant pesto, baked to golden perfection. Ideal as a main course or side, it’s an easy recipe that will impress dinner guests while satisfying your family. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you’ll have a cozy meal ready in no time.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup fresh basil pesto
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large bowl, combine the drained white beans, chopped spinach, and pesto. Mix gently until well coated.
Stir in half of the grated Parmesan cheese.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Top with remaining Parmesan cheese and drizzle olive oil over the top.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Let cool for a few minutes before serving directly from the dish.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 590mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Substitute chickpeas for white beans for a different flavor profile. Add sun-dried tomatoes or other vegetables for extra nutrition. To keep it vegetarian, ensure your pesto is free of animal products.