Vegetarian
Harissa Honey Lunchbox-Later White Bean Tomato Bake with Sesame Greens
A sweet-savory North African-inspired glaze. This recipe bakes creamy white beans, tomatoes, greens, and a crisp whole-grain topping in one dish, planned to hold well for tomorrow's lunch, with an easy extra layer of vegetables. It is designed for dependable prep, familiar groceries, and a calm family dinner.
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What you’ll need
Ingredients
- 2 cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chopped kale
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 cup whole-grain breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tbsp mild harissa paste
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 3 cups baby greens
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
Make it happen
Directions
- 1
Heat the oven to 400°F and lightly oil a 2-quart baking dish.
- 2
Stir beans, tomatoes, kale, onion, salt, and 1 tbsp mild harissa paste and 1 tbsp honey directly in the dish.
- 3
Combine breadcrumbs, mozzarella, and olive oil; scatter evenly over the beans.
- 4
Bake for 25–28 minutes until bubbling and deeply golden. Rest for 5 minutes, add a light drizzle of honey and chopped mint, and serve.
- 5
Wilt the greens in the hot pan for one minute and finish with the sesame seeds.
Estimated per serving
Nutrition at a glance
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