Best Watercress Pesto With White Beans Recipes

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MARINATED WHITE BEANS



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To add flavor to otherwise basic canned white beans, we start by slowly softening garlic in olive oil. Then we add more aromatics like rosemary and lemon zest to further infuse the oil. Tossed in this fragrant bath with fresh parsley and tomatoes, the beans can be served on-or with-just about anything, including toasted baguette slices or crackers for a snack, and salad greens plus crunchy vegetables (and a can of tuna or some cooked chicken) for a fast lunch. As a bonus, the beans will keep in the refrigerator for up to four days.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cloves garlic, chopped
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon capers in brine, drained
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt
One 15.5-ounce can white beans (such as cannellini), rinsed, drained and patted dry
1 large ripe plum tomato, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Combine the garlic and olive oil in a small skillet and set over low heat. Cook until the garlic begins to slowly sizzle, stirring frequently, about 2 minutes (don't let the garlic brown as it will become bitter). Increase the heat to medium and add the capers, lemon zest, rosemary, red pepper flakes and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir to combine and return to a sizzle. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice.
  • Combine the beans, tomato and parsley in a medium serving bowl. Drizzle the warm garlic oil over and toss well. Season with salt as desired.

PENNE WITH ASPARAGUS AND WHITE BEANS



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Toss pasta with asparagus, cannellini beans and feta for the perfect summer meal.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 ounces dried penne
1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch-long pieces
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 4 ounces)
One 15-ounce can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions for al dente, adding the asparagus to the pot during the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain the pasta and asparagus and run under cold water to cool; drain well.
  • Meanwhile, put the onion in a medium bowl and cover with cold water; set aside for 10 minutes.
  • Whisk together the olive oil, lemon zest and juice and 1/2 cup of the feta in a large bowl until well combined; season with salt and pepper. Add the pasta and asparagus, beans, parsley, dill and remaining 1/2 cup feta. Drain the onions, pat dry and add to the bowl. Toss everything together and season with salt and pepper.

NUTTY WATERCRESS PESTO



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An easy, versatile sauce of herbs, Brazil nuts and cheese - perfect added to pasta or spiralized courgetti for a quick meal

Provided by Miriam Nice

Categories     Condiment, Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Pasta, Supper

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

100g pack watercress
small bunch basil
1 garlic clove
50g Brazil nut chopped
1 lemon juice
25g parmesan shavings (or vegetarian alternative)
2 tbsp rapeseed oil

Steps:

  • Pop the watercress, basil, garlic and Brazil nuts into a food processor. Blitz until very finely chopped. Add the remaining pesto ingredients and pulse again until mixed, then season to taste. Will keep, well covered, for 4-5 days in the fridge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 41 calories, Fat 4 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Protein 1 grams protein

WATERCRESS PESTO PASTA



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Watercress, which contains many disease-preventing phytochemicals, has small, perky leaves that are easy to work into sandwiches, salads, and pasta dishes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bunch watercress, tough stems removed (about 5 1/2 cups), divided
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
Zest of 1 lemon
1 clove garlic, chopped
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt
Pinch of red-pepper flakes, or to taste
10 ounces farro spaghetti or whole-wheat spaghetti

Steps:

  • Pulse 5 cups watercress, pine nuts, lemon zest, and garlic in a food processor until coarsely chopped. Add oil and pulse to combine. Season with salt and red-pepper flakes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente. Reserve 1 cup cooking water; drain pasta. Return pasta to pot and stir in pesto. Add enough reserved pasta water, a small amount at a time, to coat pasta and make a light sauce. Season with salt and top with remaining watercress.

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