Garlic White Bean Mash with Lemon and Thyme

Overhead view on a bowl of vegan white bean mash with lemon and fresh thyme.

5 from 1 vote

Garlic White Bean Mash with Lemon and Thyme

This easy white bean mash makes for the best nutrient-packed savory side dish. Includes only 5 simple ingredients and can be prepared in as little as 10 minutes! Naturally vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: dairy-free, gluten-free, healthy, Vegan, vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 140kcal

Author: Jessica Laroche

Ingredients

2 x 15 oz canned white beans such as cannellini or navy beans, rinsed and drained
2 cloves of garlic
2-3 sprigs of fresh thyme stems removed and roughly chopped
⅓ cup vegetable broth or water
½ tbsp lemon juice or to taste
salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Warm up a large non-stick pan over medium heat with a little oil (I like using oil spray) and then, add the garlic, thyme and a little salt. Cook for about 1 minute while stirring almost constantly. Don't let the garlic burn!
Add the beans, vegetable broth and lemon juice. Stir and let the beans simmer for about 3 minutes.
Mash the beans using a potato masher right into the pan until desired consistency. You can keep the texture coarse or mash the beans until very smooth.
Taste to adjust salt and lemon juice, then serve. Enjoy!

Video

Notes

Storage tips: keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. To reheat, you can add a little broth or water and use the microwave or the stove.
Use different herbs if you prefer, such as rosemary or oregano.
For an ultra-smooth mash, then you can also use a blender (stand blender or immersion).
Adjust the consistency to your taste: add more broth for a thinner result or let it cook down for a little longer for a thicker mash or spread.
Nutrition: please note that the nutritional information is an estimate per serving provided for informational purposes only (calculated by software) and accuracy is not guaranteed. Consult with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian if you need precise nutrition calculations for health reasons.

Nutrition