White Bean Pasta
2 servings
15 minutes
Pasta with white beans is a simple yet sophisticated recipe from Italian cuisine that traces back to the traditions of the Mediterranean diet. Italians love to combine legumes with pasta as it is not only nutritious but also incredibly tasty. White beans give the dish a delicate creamy texture, while garlic and cherry tomatoes enhance its aromatic richness. Sautéed vegetables add freshness, and green onions finish the composition with light spicy notes. This versatile dish can be served as a standalone treat or as a side to meat or fish. Pasta with white beans is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a quick lunch, balancing flavor and health.
1
Boil the pasta in salted water.
- Pasta: 300 g
2
Chop garlic into small cubes, cherry tomatoes into slices, and onion.
- Garlic: 5 clove
- Cherry tomatoes: 12 pieces
- Spring onion: to taste
3
Fry garlic in olive oil.
- Garlic: 5 clove
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
4
After 3 minutes, add cherry tomatoes and beans to the garlic.
- Cherry tomatoes: 12 pieces
- Canned white beans: 1 jar
5
Fry for 6 minutes, adding green onions 1 minute before done.
- Spring onion: to taste
6
Mix the pasta with sautéed vegetables and beans.
- Pasta: 300 g
- Canned white beans: 1 jar
- Cherry tomatoes: 12 pieces
