Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of our Zesty Butter Beans Recipe, a delightful dish that’s both creamy and zesty. Perfect for any occasion—whether as a side or a main course—this recipe is quick to prepare and caters to various dietary needs, being naturally vegan and gluten-free. With just a short cooking time, you can impress your guests or whip up a comforting meal for yourself in no time. The combination of coconut milk, fresh lemon juice, and spices creates an irresistible flavor profile that will leave you wanting more. Serve it over rice or quinoa, or enjoy it as a hearty stew on its own.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons avocado or olive oil
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (13.4-ounce) can pre-cooked butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (13.5-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add oil, onion, and garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Add butter beans, coconut milk, lemon juice, turmeric, pepper, paprika, oregano, and salt. Stir well.
- Simmer for about 5 minutes while stirring frequently until creamy.
- Serve warm with optional garnishes like red chili flakes or hemp seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Vegan/Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg