3 Ways to Dress Up Beans and Greens for Dinner
3 Ways to Dress Up Beans and Greens for Dinner
The humble bean is the best kind of pantry item. Beans take only a bit of dressing up (garlic, chili flakes, anchovies, or herbs) to be satisfying and even a little bit special. And to make it a meal, just add some greens.
Any combination of flavorful beans and hearty greens can work. For inspiration: Try escarole with white beans, kale with chickpeas, and collard greens with black beans.
Escarole and White Beans
Bitter greens, like escarole, balance out the richness of cannellini beans and the salty, umami-rich anchovies.
Grilled Kale with Chickpeas and Pickled Onions
Grilling the kale first adds texture and smokiness. Chickpeas give some heft. And pickled onions bring some nice acidity.
Smoky Black Beans and Vinegar-Braised Collards
The beloved beans and rice bowl gets a little oomph from smoked paprika and bright, vinegary braised greens.
