Breastfeeding Friendly Cilantro-Lime White Bean Zucchini Skewers
These vibrant skewers bring together creamy white beans, smoky spices, and fresh zucchini in a way that feels like a proper meal rather than a side dish. White beans are a genuinely smart choice when you're nursing, delivering plant-based protein and iron in a form that's easy to work into everyday cooking. The turmeric and cumin add warmth and depth without any heat that might give you pause, and the optional red pepper flakes let you dial things up only if you're comfortable doing so. Fresh cilantro shows up twice — folded into the bean patties and whisked into the bright lime drizzle — so every bite carries that herby, citrusy punch. Chilling the patties before grilling is the small but crucial step that keeps everything intact on the skewer, giving you those gorgeous golden edges without any crumbling. A squeeze of lime at the end ties it all together and makes the whole platter look like something you'd order at a restaurant. It's the kind of recipe that feels indulgent and nourishing at the same time, which is exactly what you need right now.
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4 servings
For the bean patties
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans (cannellini or navy), drained and rinsed
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
For the skewers
- 2 medium zucchini (about 1 lb total), cut into 1-inch rounds
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp salt
For the cilantro-lime drizzle
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
For serving
- lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- 1
If using wooden skewers, submerge them in water for at least 15 minutes so they don't scorch on the grill.
- 2
Spread the drained white beans on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and pat thoroughly dry — the drier the beans, the better the patties will hold together.
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