**Tantalize your taste buds with a delightful culinary journey featuring fresh beans and artichokes, two vibrant ingredients that harmonize perfectly in a medley of delectable dishes.**
From the vibrant green of fava beans to the earthy charm of artichokes, this article presents a symphony of recipes that showcase the versatility and unique flavors of these spring and summer favorites. Whether you prefer the simplicity of a classic fava bean salad or the hearty comfort of a creamy artichoke and white bean soup, this collection offers a diverse range of culinary creations to satisfy every palate.
Embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the vibrant flavors of fresh beans and artichokes through a variety of enticing recipes. From the classic simplicity of a fava bean salad to the hearty comfort of creamy artichoke and white bean soup, this article offers a diverse selection of dishes that highlight the versatility and unique flavors of these spring and summer favorites.
**Indulge in the freshness of spring with a vibrant fava bean salad, where tender beans are complemented by a burst of flavors from cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and tangy feta cheese. Embark on a Mediterranean culinary journey with a savory artichoke and white bean soup, where creamy textures and a hint of lemon create a comforting and flavorful experience.**
For a taste of rustic Italian cuisine, try the traditional Tuscan bean soup, a hearty and flavorful dish that combines cannellini beans, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs. Elevate your next brunch or lunch gathering with a delightful artichoke and goat cheese quiche, where a flaky crust envelops a creamy filling of artichoke hearts, wilted spinach, and tangy goat cheese.
**Explore the vibrant flavors of a Provencal-inspired vegetable tian, where layers of fresh beans, artichokes, and summer vegetables are baked to perfection in a rich tomato sauce. Delight in the simplicity of a classic artichoke and lemon pasta, where tender artichoke hearts and a vibrant lemon sauce create a light and refreshing meal.**
As you venture through these recipes, you'll discover the endless possibilities of fresh beans and artichokes, two ingredients that bring a touch of vibrancy and freshness to any dish. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary exploration, these recipes offer a delightful journey through the flavors of spring and summer.
SAUCY BEANS AND ARTICHOKE HEARTS WITH FETA
Use the biggest beans you can buy for this Greek-inspired dish-baby limas are easy to find, but gigante beans are amazing too. Serve it at room temperature with bread, a salad, and a cold bottle of wine for the kind of summer lunch you can linger over for hours.
Provided by Anna Stockwell
Categories Bean Lima Bean Onion Tomato Garlic Oregano Artichoke Feta Soy Free Peanut Free Lunch Dinner Wheat/Gluten-Free Vegetarian Summer Spring
Yield 6-8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat onion and 1/2 cup oil (start from cold) in a large heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent, 10-12 minutes. Add tomatoes, garlic, tomato paste, 1 tsp. oregano, 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes, and 2 tsp. salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce is thickened and most of the liquid is evaporated, 15-20 minutes. Stir in 1 cup water and bring to a boil.
- Meanwhile, heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Working in batches and adding more oil if needed, cook artichokes cut sides down until deeply browned on cut sides, 6-8 minutes. Transfer to pot with sauce.
- Add beans to pot and stir to combine. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until beans are heated through and flavors have melded, about 10 minutes. Taste, and add more salt if needed.
- Transfer bean mixture to a large serving bowl or dish. Top with feta, oregano, and red pepper flakes and drizzle with oil. Let sit at least 10 minutes for feta to soften before serving warm or at room temperature.
WHITE BEAN AND ARTICHOKE GRATIN
Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian
Categories side-dish
Time 1h35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a small amount of water to a simmer in a pot and set a steamer basket over it.
- Using a sharp paring knife, peel the stems on the artichokes and remove the tougher outer leaves; remove the inner leaves by hand, then cut away the center chokes. Place the artichokes in the steamer basket, cover and cook until tender when pierced, about 30 minutes, adding hot water if needed during cooking. Roughly chop the artichokes into 1/2-inch pieces and combine them with the cannellini beans and leeks in a large bowl.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the Parmigiano-Reggiano, heavy cream and creme fraiche. Pour into the artichoke mixture and toss well. The mixture should be creamy and smooth; if too thick, add more cream to thin. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Pour the mixture into an 8-inch casserole dish. In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, thyme leaves and lemon zest; sprinkle over the top of the casserole.
- Bake the gratin until the mixture is bubbly and the crust is golden brown, about 30 minutes. Finish with a sprinkle of fleur de sel.
ARTICHOKES AND GREEN BEANS
This easy and elegant treatment for vegetables complements a variety of main courses. "Whenever I make it, someone always asks for a recipe," Carole Boys writes from Wheaton, Illinois.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place beans in a steamer basket. Place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water; bring to a boil. Cover and steam for 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove from the heat and set aside. , In a nonstick skillet, toast bread crumbs over medium heat in 1 tablespoon oil; set aside. In the same skillet, saute onion and garlic in remaining oil until tender. Add the artichokes, salt, pepper and reserved beans. Cook and stir over low heat until heated through. Before serving, sprinkle with cheese and toasted bread crumbs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 701mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SAUTEED NAVY BEANS AND ARTICHOKES
Freshly ground black pepper is absolutely key to this recipe - it is a traditional Italian combination with grated Romano cheese and olive oil.
Provided by amanda1432
Categories Side Dish Beans and Peas
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, season with red pepper, and cook about 1 minute. Mix in beans, and continue to cook and stir until slightly crisp. Mix in artichoke hearts, and cook 2 minutes. Season with freshly ground black pepper and salt. Top with Romano cheese to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 7.7 mg, Fat 28 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 966.8 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
FRESH BEANS AND ARTICHOKES
Blanch the beans so that they keep their crisp bite, as well as their bright and bold colors.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 2h5m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Squeeze juice of 1 lemon into a bowl of cold water; add rinds. Working with 1 artichoke at a time, snap off dark outer leaves to expose yellow leaves with green tips. Cut off dark-green top of artichoke with a serrated knife until only the pale part remains. Trim dark-green parts from base and stem with a paring knife. Scrape out purple leaves and fuzzy choke with a spoon. Rub artichoke with lemon, and add to lemon water.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 2 teaspoons salt and the artichokes. Return to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook until artichokes are tender when pierced with a knife, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove artichokes; let cool. Cut into 1/2-inch slices.
- Transfer artichokes to a bowl. Add 1/2 cup vinaigrette. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour or refrigerate up to 1 week.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon salt and half the beans. Boil until beans are tender and color is bright, about 5 minutes. Transfer beans to a colander with a slotted spoon; run under cold water. Repeat with remaining beans.
- Just before serving, toss beans with 1/4 cup vinaigrette and the parsley. Arrange on a platter. Surround with artichokes; garnish with parsley.
FAVA BEAN, PEA, AND ARTICHOKE STEW
Steps:
- Prepare fava beans:
- Blanch beans in a 2-quart pot of boiling water 1 minute, then drain in a sieve and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking. Gently peel off skins (it's not necessary to peel edamame, if using).
- Prepare artichokes:
- Fill a large bowl with 4 cups cold water and squeeze juice from 2 lemon halves into bowl.
- Cut off stem of 1 artichoke and reserve. Cut off top inch of artichoke with a serrated knife. Bend back outer leaves until they snap off close to base, then discard several more layers of leaves in same manner until you reach pale yellow leaves with pale green tips.
- Cut remaining leaves flush with top of artichoke bottom using a paring knife, then quarter bottom. Cut out fuzzy choke and purple leaves with paring knife. Trim dark green fibrous parts from base and side of artichoke, then rub cut surfaces with a remaining lemon half and put artichoke bottom in bowl of acidulated water.
- Trim 1/4 inch from end of reserved stem to expose inner core, then trim sides of stem down to pale inner core (don't worry if remaining stem is very thin). Rub cut surfaces with lemon half and put in bowl of acidulated water. Trim remaining artichokes, including stems, in same manner.
- Prepare stew:
- Drain artichokes and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices, including stems. Cook guanciale and onion in oil in a 5-quart heavy pot over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened, about 6 minutes. Add sliced artichokes, fava beans, and remaining ingredients and simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender, about 45 minutes.
ITALIAN ARTICHOKE-GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE
My mother and I made a few small changes to a recipe we found in a cookbook to create this comforting side dish. We increased the vegetable count and tossed in some seasonings to take the flavor up a notch. It's definitely not your average green bean casserole. -Denise Klibert, Shreveport, Louisiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 50m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, bring 6 cups water to a boil. Add green beans; cook, uncovered, just until crisp-tender, 3-4 minutes. Drain and set aside., In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 3-4 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add beans, artichoke hearts, parsley, cayenne and pepper. Stir in bread crumbs and 3/4 cup cheese. , Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake until lightly browned, 25-30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 616mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GREEN BEAN AND ARTICHOKE "SAUTE"
An easy side dish using canned green beans. Sun-dried tomatoes can be used instead of the optional pimiento. NOTE: Use fresh herbs of your choice. Oregano and thyme are good.
Provided by Outta Here
Categories Artichoke
Time 35m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a glass bowl large enough to hold beans and artichokes, mix lemon juice, vinegar, 1/4 cup olive oil, and 1 tablespoon each herbs, parsley and chives.
- Toss green beans and artichoke hearts in marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate 30 minutes (or until ready to use).
- Drain off as much of the marinade as possible.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet. Toss beans and artichoke hearts until heated through (about 3 or 4 minutes).
- Add 1/2 cup parsley and 1/4 cup chives.
- If using, add the chopped pimento (or sun-dried tomatoes) at the last minute for color.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.6, Fat 34.6, SaturatedFat 4.9, Sodium 568.4, Carbohydrate 25.2, Fiber 14.3, Sugar 4.2, Protein 6.4
GREEN BEAN ARTICHOKE CASSEROLE
This is a family favorite for the holidays. It's an upgrade from the standard green bean casserole. It's easy to make and tastes so good!
Provided by Bonnie Lang Turnage-Mortgage O
Categories Side Dish Casseroles Green Bean Casserole Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Pour the green beans, artichoke hearts, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Season with garlic powder, salt and pepper. Stir to blend everything thoroughly. Drizzle olive oil over the top, then cover the dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, then remove the aluminum foil, and bake for another 15 minutes to brown the top slightly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 510.5 calories, Carbohydrate 39.5 g, Cholesterol 43.1 mg, Fat 27.6 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 2172.7 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender beans and artichokes. Look for beans that are bright green and snap easily when you bend them. Artichokes should be heavy for their size and have tightly closed leaves.
- Trim the beans and artichokes before cooking. For beans, remove the stem ends and any tough strings. For artichokes, remove the tough outer leaves and the choke (the fuzzy center).
- Cook the beans and artichokes until they are tender but still have a slight bite. Beans should be cooked for about 5-7 minutes, while artichokes should be cooked for about 10-15 minutes.
- Season the beans and artichokes with simple, fresh ingredients. Olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs like parsley or basil are all great options.
- Serve the beans and artichokes as a side dish or appetizer. They can also be added to salads, soups, or stews.
Conclusion:
Fresh beans and artichokes are delicious and versatile vegetables that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. With their bright colors and delicate flavors, they are sure to add a touch of springtime to your next meal. So next time you're at the farmers market or grocery store, be sure to pick up some fresh beans and artichokes. You won't be disappointed!
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