Big Beans And Tomato Vinaigrette Recipe

Name: Big Beans And Tomato Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Handful of oregano sprigs; Handful of thyme sprigs; 2 bay leaves; 8 oz. dried butter beans, rinsed, soaked overnight if possible; 1 medium onion, halved; 1 large carrot, scrubbed, coarsely chopped; Kosher salt; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 10 oz. cherry tomatoes or 1 1/2 cups chopped heirloom or beefsteak tomatoes; 1 garlic clove, smashed; 3 Tbsp. red wine vinegar; 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling; Kosher salt; 2 lb. assorted heirloom, beefsteak and/or cherry tomatoes; Freshly ground black pepper; Handful of basil leaves; Mild red pepper flakes (such as Aleppo-style or Maras)

Servings: persons

Handful of oregano sprigs
Handful of thyme sprigs
2 bay leaves
8 oz. dried butter beans, rinsed, soaked overnight if possible
1 medium onion, halved
1 large carrot, scrubbed, coarsely chopped
Kosher salt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
10 oz. cherry tomatoes or 1 1/2 cups chopped heirloom or beefsteak tomatoes
1 garlic clove, smashed
3 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Kosher salt
2 lb. assorted heirloom, beefsteak and/or cherry tomatoes
Freshly ground black pepper
Handful of basil leaves
Mild red pepper flakes (such as Aleppo-style or Maras)

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["Tie together oregano, thyme, and bay leaves with kitchen twine. Combine beans, onion, carrot, and herbs in a medium pot. Pour in water to cover beans by about 4"" and bring to a very gentle simmer over medium-high heat. Immediately reduce heat and cook at the barest of simmers, stirring hardly at all, until beans are creamy and tender at the center but not falling apart or mushy, about 1 1/2 hours (this could take longer, depending on the beans). The key is to not agitate, which will help the beans maintain their shape. Remove pot from heat; season beans aggressively with salt. Gently stir in oil. Let cool. Drain beans; discard onion, carrot, and herbs.", "Beans can be made 2 days ahead. Keep in liquid; cover and chill.", "Puree cherry tomatoes in a blender. Transfer to a small bowl and stir in garlic, vinegar, and 1/3 cup oil; season with salt. Let sit 15-20 minutes, then pluck out garlic.", "Transfer drained beans to a medium bowl and add vinaigrette; toss gently to coat. Taste and add more salt if needed.", "Slice, halve, or quarter heirloom tomatoes and arrange on a platter or divide among individual plates. Season with salt and pepper and drizzle with oil. Spoon beans along with plenty of vinaigrette over; top with basil and a few pinches of red pepper flakes."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Handful of oregano sprigs, Handful of thyme sprigs, 2 bay leaves, 8 oz. dried butter beans, rinsed, soaked overnight if possible, and more.

Yes, Big Beans And Tomato Vinaigrette falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Big Beans And Tomato Vinaigrette

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