​Mediterranean Spinach & Beans:

Mediterranean Spinach & Beans:

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• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 onion, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 red bell pepper, diced

• 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained

• 1/2 tsp dried oregano

• 1/4 tsp dried thyme

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 1/4 tsp black pepper

• 4 cups fresh spinach leaves, packed

• Juice of 1/2 lemon

• Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

 

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

2. Add the red bell pepper to the skillet and continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes.

3. Stir in the cannellini beans, diced tomatoes (undrained), oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.

4. Add the spinach leaves to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted.

5. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the lemon juice.

6. Serve the Mediterranean spinach and beans hot, topped with crumbled feta cheese, if desired.

 

Nutrition Information (per serving, without feta cheese):

• Calories: 180

• Protein: 8g

• Carbohydrates: 25g

• Fat: 6g

• Fiber: 9g

• Sugar: 6g

• Sodium: 440mg

 

Note: The above nutrition information is an estimate and may vary based on the specific ingredients and brands used.