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Cannellini Bean Recipes

20 Best Cannellini Bean Recipes

5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 15-ounce can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tbsps fresh lemon juice
  • 1/3 c olive oil plus 4 tablespoons
  • 1/4 c loosely packed fresh Italian parsley leaves
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 6 pitas
  • 1 tsp dried oregano

Instructions
 

  • Set the oven to preheat for 400 degrees.
  • In a bowl for a food processor, combine the garlic, beans, 1/3 cup olive oil, lemon juice, and parsley. Pulse the mixture until it is roughly chopped. To taste, sprinkle with salt. Fill a small dish halfway with bean purée.
  • Each pita should be cut in half then into the eight wedges. On a large baking sheet, arrange the pita wedges. Over the pitas, drizzle the remaining oil.
  • Toss and properly distribute the wedges. Add the salt and pepper, and oregano to taste. Cook about 8 to 12 minutes, just until golden brown and toasted.
  • With the bean puree, serving the flatbread toasts warmed or at room temperature.