Vegetarian
Maple Dijon Make-Ahead 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, built to prep earlier and finish quickly at dinner time, 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
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 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 2 tbsp Dijon mustard and 1 tbsp pure maple syrup 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 spoonful of the reserved maple-Dijon sauce, 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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