Serves 6
35 min
Stovetop Broccoli and White Bean Lasagna
Recipe GLPR86da5fb49f91de
A quick and hearty Mediterranean-inspired pasta dish that layers tender broccoli, creamy white beans, and broken lasagna noodles in a savory tomato sauce. Finished on the stovetop in under 35 minutes, this dairy-free comfort meal is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The combination of garlic, onion, and red pepper flakes adds depth to this wholesome, plant-based dish.
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Ingredients
1 (15-ounce) can white beans, rinsed and drained
2 small heads broccoli, cut into small florets (about 4–6 cups)
1 package (about 1 pound) lasagna noodles, preferably whole wheat
1 tablespoon olive oil
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 (24-ounce) jar marinara or spaghetti sauce
Red pepper flakes, to taste
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Directions
Cut the broccoli florets into small, bite-sized pieces. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Break the lasagna noodles into roughly 2–3 inch pieces and add them to the boiling water. Cook according to the package directions.
When the noodles are almost tender, add the broccoli pieces to the pot and cook for 2–3 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp but still holds its shape.
Drain the noodles and broccoli in a colander and set aside.
Finely mince the garlic cloves and dice the yellow onion.
Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add the minced garlic and diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and both ingredients are fragrant.
Add the rinsed and drained white beans to the skillet. Season generously with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to your liking. Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring gently, until the beans are heated through.
Transfer the warm bean mixture to the pot with the drained noodles and broccoli.
Pour the marinara sauce over the noodle and bean mixture and stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
Place the pot over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3–5 minutes until the entire dish is heated through. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve warm.
