20 Minute Mediterranean White Beans Food

EASY WHITE BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• Add white beans, cucumbers, tomatoes, green onions, parsley and mint to a large mixing bowl.
• Add lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper, then add za'atar, sumac and Aleppo pepper.
• Finish with lemon juice and a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil (2 to 3 tablespoons).Give the salad a good toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add feta cheese, if you like. (For best flavor, let the salad sit in the dressing for 30 minutes or so before serving. See notes).

20 MINUTE WHITE BEAN CHILI

Steps:

• In 3 quart saucepan, over medium heat, saute onions and garlic in oil until tender.
• Add turkey.
• Cook until done, stirring occasionally to break up meat.
• Drain.
• Stir in tomatoes, chicken broth, mustard, chili powder and pepper.
• Heat to a boil.
• Reduce heat.
• Simmer for 10 minutes.
• Stir in beans and corn.
• Cook 5 minutes.
• Top with tortilla chips, shredded cheese and cilantro, if desired.

15-MINUTE WHITE-BEAN SOUP

Steps:

• In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium. Add scallions, garlic, and oregano; cook, stirring frequently, until scallions begin to soften, about 3 minutes.
• Stir in broth and beans; cook until heated through, about 4 minutes. Using a wooden spoon or potato masher, lightly mash some of the beans to thicken the soup. Stir in lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Before serving, sprinkle with Parmesan.
• To store, refrigerate in an airtight container, up to three days.