Italian Beans With Pesto

Italian Beans With Pesto
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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 4
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 314.5
  • Total Fat: 11.1 g
  • Cholesterol: 5.0 mg
  • Sodium: 726.6 mg
  • Total Carbs: 43.3 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 13.9 g
  • Protein: 12.6 g

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Introduction

Red Kidney beans are full of fiber and protein. Red Kidney beans are full of fiber and protein.
Number of Servings: 4

Ingredients

    3/4 cup Bulgur, dry
    1 medium bell pepper, red, sweet, raw
    1/3 cup Basil Pesto
    1/4 cup Scallions, thinly sliced
    2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
    2 cup red kidney Beans
    1 dash Pepper, black
    14 ounces reduced sodium Chicken Broth

Directions

In a large saucepan, combine broth and bulgur. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 15 minutes or until bulgur is tender. Remove from heat. Stir in sweet pepper, pesto, green onions, and balsamic vinegar. Stir in beans. Season with ground black pepper. Transfer to an airtight storage container. Cover and chill for up to 3 days.
If desired, roll up in tortillas or serve on salad greens.

Serving Size: Makes 4 servings

Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user ZPOST72.