Alubias Blancas con Espinacas

Alubias Blancas con Espinacas is a delightful vegan Spanish side dish featuring tender white beans combined with fresh spinach and aromatic spices. This dish is not only flavorful but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect accompaniment to any meal.

Ingredients

• White beans (cooked) - 200 grams
• Fresh spinach - 150 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, chopped
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Vegetable broth - 100 ml
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and smoked paprika, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add the cooked white beans and vegetable broth to the skillet, stirring gently to combine.
5. Season with salt and black pepper, then let simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
6. In the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the fresh spinach and stir until wilted.
7. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
8. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in iron and vitamins A, C, and K from spinach.

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