Prepare to revolutionize your side dish game with a recipe that will make your taste buds dance and your dinner guests swoon! These White Beans with Roasted Garlic Dressing aren't just another mundane bean dish - they're a culinary adventure that transforms humble ingredients into a restaurant-worthy masterpiece. Imagine tender white beans bathed in a rich, golden roasted garlic dressing that's so incredibly flavorful, you'll want to drizzle it on everything.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 can white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 head garlic, roasted
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the top off the garlic head, exposing the cloves. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, wrap in aluminum foil, and roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes until garlic is soft and golden brown.
- While the garlic is roasting, drain and rinse the white beans thoroughly under cold water. Transfer to a serving bowl.
- Once the roasted garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze the soft, caramelized cloves out of their skin into a small mixing bowl.
- Mash the roasted garlic cloves with a fork. Add the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk together to create a smooth dressing.
- Pour the roasted garlic dressing over the white beans and gently toss to coat evenly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to preference.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Can be served warm or at room temperature as a side dish or light appetizer.
Tips
- Roasting Garlic Perfection: Choose a fresh, firm garlic head and take your time roasting. The slower and more caramelized, the more intense the flavor.
- Bean Preparation: Always rinse canned beans thoroughly to remove excess sodium and improve texture.
- Dressing Consistency: Mash the roasted garlic cloves completely to ensure a smooth, even dressing that coats the beans beautifully.
- Flavor Boosting: Don't be shy with seasoning - taste and adjust salt, pepper, and lemon juice to your preference.
- Serving Suggestion: This dish is incredibly versatile. Serve warm as a side, or chilled as a refreshing salad. It gets even better after sitting for a few hours, allowing flavors to meld.
- Make-Ahead Magic: You can roast the garlic and prepare the dressing a day in advance to save time on cooking day.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
