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White Beans with Tahini & Lemon

Ingredients
  

  • 2 × 400 g tins white beans cannellini or haricot, drained and rinsed
  • 2 –3 cloves garlic peeled
  • 2 tbsp olive oil plus extra to drizzle
  • 2 –3 tbsp tahini
  • Juice of 1 lemon to taste
  • Zest of ½ lemon optional, for brightness
  • ½ tsp ground cumin optional
  • Salt & black pepper
  • Fresh parsley to garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a pan, gently cook the garlic in the olive oil until softened but not browned.
  • Add the beans and a splash of water. Warm through for 5–7 minutes.
  • With a fork or potato masher, lightly mash the beans – leave some texture.
  • Stir in the tahini, lemon juice, and cumin if using. Add a little warm water to loosen if needed.
  • Season generously with salt and pepper.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature, drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with parsley.
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