Grilled White Beans with Pak Choi
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Here's a simple weeknight dinner that came together almost by accident in my kitchen. Grilled white beans with pak choi is a humble dish that delivers big flavor in just 45 minutes from start to finish. White beans are packed with fiber and protein, making this vegetarian option genuinely filling and nutritious. What I love most is how budget friendly it is, especially when you use canned beans to cut down on prep work. The garlic, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes create a vibrant seasoning that transforms these humble ingredients into something restaurant worthy. Best of all, it requires minimal technique and basic pantry staples.
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Ingredients
- 400 gwhite beans
- 4pak choi(separate the leaves and stems)
- 2 clovesgarlic
- 3 tbspolive oil
- 1 tsplemon zest
- 1 tspsalt
- 1 tspblack pepper
- 1 tspred pepper flakes
- 237 mlvegetable broth
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
- 2
In a bowl, combine white beans, garlic, olive oil, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Tip: Mix well to coat the beans evenly.
- 3
Grill the bean mixture for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Tip: Watch closely to avoid burning.
- 4
Add the pak choi leaves and stems to the grill, cooking for another 10 minutes.
Tip: Keep them separate to ensure even cooking.
- 5
Remove the grilled beans and pak choi from the grill.
Tip: Serve immediately as a side dish.
- 6
If needed, season with additional salt and pepper.
Tip: Serve with a drizzle of olive oil for extra flavor.
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