cannellini

noun

UK /ˌkænəˈliːni/

US /ˌkænəˈliːni/

Cannellini are small white beans that people cook and eat.

She added cannellini to the soup for extra protein.

SYNONYMS

white kidney beans white beans haricot beans navy beans

RELATED WORDS

legume pulse bean pasta e fagioli Tuscan cooking

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A variety of Italian white kidney bean often used in soups and salads.

The recipe calls for a can of cannellini, drained and rinsed.

3. The dried seeds of this bean, sold canned or dried.

Soak the cannellini overnight before cooking.

4. A dish or ingredient associated with Tuscan cuisine.

Cannellini are a staple of Tuscan cooking.