These Marinated Gigante Beans are a delightful and vibrant dish perfect for any occasion! With a medley of fresh ingredients, they’re bursting with flavor and easy to whip up.
Flavorful Ingredients
This recipe features creamy gigante beans, zesty lemon, and aromatic herbs. Trust me, you’ll love how simple it is!
Serving Suggestions
Serve them as a side or toss them into a salad for an extra protein boost.
Ingredients
- Gigante Beans:
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Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade:
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Step 1- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, stir together the gigante beans, olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, lemon zest, salt, red pepper flakes, and several grinds of pepper. Add more olive oil as needed to coat the beans well.
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Step 2- Refrigerate: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and preferably overnight. Season to taste and serve.
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Step 3- Store: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Calories: 250, Fat: 15g, Carbs: 25g, Protein: 10g
Cooking techniques
Mixing and marinating are key techniques in this recipe. Be sure to let the beans sit to absorb all the flavors!
Variations or substitutions
Feel free to substitute the sun-dried tomatoes with roasted red peppers for a different flavor profile, or add in some feta cheese for a creamy touch.
Storage tips
Store your marinated beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for up to 5 days.
Notes
For a vegan version, ensure your sun-dried tomatoes are oil-packed and check for added ingredients.
