Savory Pesto White Bean Bowl (Printable Version)
Creamy white beans and wilted spinach tossed with basil pesto, topped with a cooked egg and fresh garnishes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Beans & Greens
01 - 1 (15 oz) can cannellini or great northern beans, drained and rinsed
02 - 2 cups baby spinach (or kale), roughly chopped
03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
04 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
05 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Pesto
06 - 2 tablespoons prepared basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
07 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
→ Eggs
08 - 2 large eggs
→ Garnish
09 - 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
10 - 1 tablespoon toasted pine nuts or sunflower seeds
11 - 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
12 - Fresh basil leaves (optional)
13 - Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
# How To Make:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
02 - Add chopped spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Stir in white beans and cook for another 2-3 minutes until warmed through. Season with salt and pepper.
03 - Remove from heat and stir in pesto and lemon juice, mixing until beans and greens are evenly coated.
04 - Cook eggs to your preference (fried, poached, or soft-boiled) in a separate small pan.
05 - Divide pesto white bean mixture between two bowls. Top each with a cooked egg.
06 - Garnish with cherry tomatoes, toasted pine nuts or sunflower seeds, Parmesan cheese, fresh basil, and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately while warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The creamy beans and bright pesto create a restaurant quality breakfast in under 30 minutes
- You can customize the toppings and still end up with something spectacular every time
02 -
- The lemon juice is non negotiable because it cuts through the rich beans and pesto, keeping each bite bright
- Letting the skillet cool slightly before adding pesto prevents the herbs from losing their fresh vibrant flavor
03 -
- Toasting your pine nuts in a dry pan for 2 minutes before garnishing transforms their flavor completely
- A pinch of red pepper flakes adds warmth without making the dish spicy