Warm White Bean and Tuscan Kale Skillet
A comforting, high-protein white bean and kale skillet infused with garlic, lemon, and extra virgin olive oil. Quick to prepare, satisfying, and naturally gluten-free.
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by CC + Lila
CC created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Instructions
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Next: Heat extra virgin olive oil in a…
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Heat extra virgin olive oil in a…
Heat extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, around 300°F (150°C), for 1 minute until glistening.
Look for: glistening
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Add the sliced garlic cloves and red…
Add the sliced garlic cloves and red pepper flakes, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant and lightly golden.
Look for: fragrant and lightly golden
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Stir in the drained white cannellini beans…
Stir in the drained white cannellini beans and chopped kale, tossing continuously for 3 to 4 minutes until the kale is wilted and tender-crisp.
Look for: the kale is wilted and tender-crisp
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Pour in the vegetable broth and bring…
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer for 2 minutes so the flavors meld together.
Allow: 2 minutes
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Turn off the heat
Turn off the heat, stir in the fresh lemon juice, and season with salt and black pepper.
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Serve immediately in a warm bowl
Serve immediately in a warm bowl, garnished with freshly grated parmesan cheese if desired.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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