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Maple Dijon Fresh Start White Bean Tomato Bake with Sesame Greens, an original WorkLife Meal Plan recipe

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Maple Dijon Fresh Start White Bean Tomato Bake with Sesame Greens

Tangy mustard balanced with just enough maple. This recipe bakes creamy white beans, tomatoes, greens, and a crisp whole-grain topping in one dish, loaded with colorful produce and a bright, clean finish, with an easy extra layer of vegetables. It is designed for dependable prep, familiar groceries, and a calm family dinner.

Pantry-friendlyHigh fiberOne dishProduce-forwardExtra greens
Prep15 min
Cook29 min
Serves4
Total44 min
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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
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 3 cups baby greens
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
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Make it happen

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat the oven to 400°F and lightly oil a 2-quart baking dish.

  2. 2

    Stir beans, tomatoes, kale, onion, salt, and 2 tbsp Dijon mustard and 1 tbsp pure maple syrup directly in the dish.

  3. 3

    Combine breadcrumbs, mozzarella, and olive oil; scatter evenly over the beans.

  4. 4

    Bake for 25–28 minutes until bubbling and deeply golden. Rest for 5 minutes, add a spoonful of the reserved maple-Dijon sauce, and serve.

  5. 5

    Wilt the greens in the hot pan for one minute and finish with the sesame seeds.

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Nutrition at a glance

Estimates are provided for planning and are not medical advice.

450calories23gprotein15gfiber