WHITE BEANS WITH BEETS

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Pretty contrast in color and flavors; make sure to use mild onions. Add some of the lemon's zest, if you like. From "Diabetes Cooking for Everyone", by Carol Gelles. Exchanges: 1/2 bread, 1 vegetable, 3/4 fat.

Provided by zeldaz51

Categories     Beans

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup cooked cannellini (if using canned, rinse and drain) or 1 cup great northern bean (if using canned, rinse and drain)
1/3 cup finely chopped fennel
3 tablespoons finely chopped sweet mild onions (such as Vidalia or Walla Walla)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon finely chopped of fresh mint
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
salt
4 small whole cooked beets, quartered (fresh or canned, drained)

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the beans through the garlic. In a small bowl, combine the oil through the salt. Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss to combine. Divide among 4 small plates and garnish with beet wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.4, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 8.4, Carbohydrate 15.9, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 0.6, Protein 5.1

Olamide Opemiposi
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This was a great way to use up some leftover white beans. The beets added a nice sweetness and the sauce was very flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal.


Tinley Gash
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes to try. This one was a winner! The beans and beets were a great combination and the sauce was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Genoviva Peter
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This is a delicious and healthy recipe. I love the combination of white beans and beets. The sauce is also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Tutie Faith
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I thought this recipe was just okay. The flavors were a bit bland for my taste.


Azariah TAU
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I usually serve it with a side of roasted vegetables.


Hashim Ahmed
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I'm not a big fan of beets, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The beets were not overpowering and the sauce was very flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Fatema Islam
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I especially liked the creamy sauce. I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal.


Andy stanhope
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This was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less beets. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.


Md Simol
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I was looking for a new recipe for white beans and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I tried it! The beans were creamy and the beets added a nice sweetness. The sauce was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Sunita Subedi
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beets. I had some roasted beets in the fridge and decided to try this recipe. The beans and beets paired well together and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely make this again.


Prince Resse
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Fantastic recipe! I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. The combination of white beans and beets is delicious and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a healthy and satisfying meal