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High-Protein Dinner Recipe: Creamy Tuscan Bean & Sun-Dried Tomato Skillet

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A hearty and flavorful skillet dish featuring creamy Tuscan beans and sun-dried tomatoes. This high-protein dinner is quick, easy, and satisfying.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, oil-packed, drained and chopped
  • 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15-ounce) can great northern beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for dairy-free)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • Cooked chicken or beef sausage for added protein (Optional)

Instructions 

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
  • Stir in cannellini beans, great northern beans, and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  • Stir in heavy cream (or coconut cream) and Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast).
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • If using, add cooked chicken or beef sausage and heat through.
  • Stir in fresh basil and serve immediately.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use roasted garlic instead of minced.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $12
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Beans