Greens 'n' Beans

9 ingredients
11 steps

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 large bunch kale, leaves stripped off stems
  • 1 clove garlic, smashed
  • 1/4 cup whole, skinned almonds
  • 2 cups loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves and soft stems
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 (15-ounce) can great Northern beans, drained and rinsed

Directions

  1. 1
    Warm 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. 2
    Meanwhile, wash the kale but don't dry the leaves too much.
  3. 3
    Rip the leaves into smaller pieces if you wish, but I like leaving them whole.
  4. 4
    Add the kale to the skillet - watch out, it will splutter.
  5. 5
    Toss with tongs and immediately cover and lower the heat.
  6. 6
    Meanwhile, make the cilantro pesto.
  7. 7
    In a small food processor, whizz up the garlic, almonds, cilantro, salt, pepper, remaining 1/2 cup olive oil, and water until smooth.
  8. 8
    Remove the lid and check the kale; the leaves should be tender.
  9. 9
    Add the beans and cilantro pesto and toss.
  10. 10
    Taste and adjust seasonings, and then cook another 5 minutes until warmed through.
  11. 11
    Serve and feel good about all the greens you're eating!

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