Warm Bean and Spinach Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
42%
Warm Bean and Spinach Salad
18 min.
4
289kcal

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Looking for a quick and nutritious meal that’s both satisfying and delicious? Look no further than this Warm Bean and Spinach Salad! Perfectly suited for vegetarians and those seeking gluten-free options, this vibrant dish is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor and nutrients.

In just 18 minutes, you can whip up a delightful salad that serves four, making it an ideal choice for a family lunch or a side dish at your next gathering. The combination of fresh spinach, hearty cannellini beans, and sweet red bell peppers creates a colorful medley that is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. Tossed in a zesty Italian dressing and finished with a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella cheese, this salad is a warm embrace of flavors that will leave you feeling satisfied.

With only 289 calories per serving, this dish offers a balanced caloric breakdown, ensuring you get a healthy dose of protein, fats, and carbohydrates. Whether you enjoy it as a main course or a side dish, this Warm Bean and Spinach Salad is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. So grab your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a wholesome meal that’s both comforting and invigorating!

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces pkt spinach fresh washed
  • 15 oz cannellini beans white rinsed drained canned ( kidney)
  • 1.5 cups bell pepper red coarsely chopped
  • 0.7 cup salad dressing italian
  • 0.3 teaspoon garlic 
  • ounces mozzarella cheese shredded

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Remove large stems from spinach; tear spinach into bite-size pieces.
  2. Place spinach in large bowl.
  3. Add beans; set aside.
  4. Heat bell pepper and dressing to boiling in 1-quart saucepan; reduce heat to low. Cook uncovered 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in garlic pepper.
  5. Pour bell pepper mixture over spinach and beans; toss.
  6. Sprinkle with cheese.
  7. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories289kcal
Protein18.24%
Fat36.74%
Carbs45.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38
Glycemic Load
6.53
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
31.299999957499%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.87mg
Kaempferol
4.53mg
Myricetin
0.25mg
Quercetin
2.95mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:288.83kcal
14.44%
Fat:12.19g
18.75%
Saturated Fat:3.18g
19.86%
Carbohydrates:33.59g
11.2%
Net Carbohydrates:25.75g
9.36%
Sugar:7.33g
8.15%
Cholesterol:11.2mg
3.73%
Sodium:541.37mg
23.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.61g
27.23%
Vitamin K:370.4µg
352.77%
Vitamin A:8505.22IU
170.1%
Vitamin C:91.65mg
111.09%
Manganese:1.27mg
63.27%
Folate:233.3µg
58.32%
Fiber:7.84g
31.36%
Iron:5.51mg
30.59%
Magnesium:121.75mg
30.44%
Potassium:1040.45mg
29.73%
Vitamin E:4.05mg
26.98%
Calcium:228.7mg
22.87%
Vitamin B6:0.41mg
20.66%
Phosphorus:202.34mg
20.23%
Copper:0.36mg
17.89%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.36%
Zinc:2.15mg
14.33%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.33%
Selenium:5.69µg
8.12%
Vitamin B3:1.25mg
6.24%
Vitamin B12:0.32µg
5.39%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.41%