Roasted Crispy Cannellini Beans

Name: Roasted Crispy Cannellini Beans
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 (15 oz) can of cannellini beans, drained and rinsed; 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; A pinch of salt and black pepper (optional); 2 tsp reduced-sodium soy sauce

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These roasted crispy cannellini beans transform basic ingredients into a delightful, healthy bean snack! This is by far one of my simplest recipes! You only need 3 ingredients and I bet they are already in your pantry.

Additionally, this recipe can be made with any kind of bean, not just cannellini beans! The roasted beans also make a great addition to soups, salads & grain bowls such as my roasted root vegetable bowl.

Roasted crispy cannellini beans in a blue bowl with a spoon.

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Why You'll Love This Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
Step by Step Instructions
Tips and Tricks
Substitutions and Variations
Storing
Frequently Asked Questions
Other Bean Snacks You'll Love
Roasted Crispy Cannellini Beans

Why You'll Love This Recipe

This recipe only requires 3 ingredients and it's naturally vegan!
The ingredients are all basic pantry staples! I bet you already have most of them!
You can make this in 35 minutes!
These roasted white beans are ADDICTIVE, yet healthy! They are similar in texture to popcorn.

Equipment

Baking Sheet
Parchment Paper (optional)

Ingredients

Cannellini beans (or any bean of choice)
Extra virgin olive oil (or oil of choice)
A pinch of salt and black pepper (optional)
Reduced-sodium soy sauce

Step by Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Spread the drained beans over a kitchen towel and gently pat dry. Try not to smush them too much! I roasted the smushed ones anyway and they turn out fine.

Drained white beans on a kitchen towel waiting to be dried.

2. Mix the beans with olive oil and a tiny pinch of salt (optional) and black pepper, until they are evenly coated.

Cannellini beans in a small while bowl with olive oil and a spoon.

3. Spread the beans out on a baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes, stirring once halfway through.

Fresh out of the oven roasted beans on a baking sheet.

4. Remove the beans from the oven. Immediately drizzle with reduced-sodium soy sauce and stir well. Enjoy!

Small blue bowl filled with roasted white beans.

Tips and Tricks

It's super important to dry the beans! This is what allows them to become extra crispy. Lay the towel down on your counter and carefully put the beans on top. Fold the towel in half, over the beans and gently dry them.

The serving size for 1 (15 oz) can is 2-3. I recommend doubling the recipe for a family of 4!

Substitutions and Variations

This recipe should work well with any bean! Substitute cannellini beans for any white bean such as chickpeas (garbanzo beans) or try it with black beans or pinto beans! If you’re using a larger bean such as a garbanzo bean or butter bean you may have to increase the oven time.

To make this gluten-free, substitute tamari for soy sauce.

Try adding in spices such as garlic powder, paprika or chili powder for a little kick! You can create many different flavor combinations this way!

Storing

Store any leftover roasted white beans in an air-tight jar or container on the counter or pantry for 3-5 days.

They may lose crispiness after a couple days but you can simply pop them back in the oven for 10 minutes or so to crisp them back up!

Frequently Asked Questions

Are cannellini beans the same as white beans?

Yes, cannellini beans are also known as white kidney beans and can be substituted in recipes that call for white beans.

What are the benefits of cannellini beans?

Cannellini beans are a good source of plant-based protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals! You can read more about their benefits and nutrition data on VeryWellFit.

How can I roast beans for snacks?

Gently pat the beans dry with a kitchen towel. Mix them with olive oil and seasonings of your choice. Roast them at 400 degrees for 30 minutes.

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