Bean & pesto mash

Bean & pesto mash

Substitute potatoes with pulses for a healthy alternative mash with a chunky texture

Difficulty and servings

Easy

Serves 4

Preparation and cooking times

Preparation time

Prep 5 mins

Cook time

Cook 5 mins

Vegetarian

Vegetarian, Low-fat, Super healthy

Method

  1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Add the beans and cook for 3-4 mins until hot through. Lightly mash with a potato masher for a chunky texture. Stir through the pesto and season. To serve, drizzle with a little olive oil, if you like.

PER SERVING

183 kcalories, protein 11g, carbohydrate 25g, fat 5 g, saturated fat 1g, fibre 7g, sugar 3g, salt 0.84 g

Recipe from Good Food magazine, November 2011.

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Difficulty and servings

Easy

Serves 4

Preparation and cooking times

Preparation time

Prep 5 mins

Cook time

Cook 5 mins

Vegetarian

Vegetarian, Low-fat, Super healthy

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PER SERVING

183 kcalories, protein 11g, carbohydrate 25g, fat 5 g, saturated fat 1g, fibre 7g, sugar 3g, salt 0.84 g

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