Description
Indulge in the Creamy Butter Beans Recipe, a quick and wholesome vegan dish that’s ready in just 10 minutes. This delightful meal combines protein-packed butter beans with fresh garlic, juicy tomatoes, and nutrient-rich spinach, creating a flavorful experience without the need for butter or cream. Perfect for a light lunch or an impressive dinner, this budget-friendly recipe can be served on toast, added to salads, or enjoyed as a dip. With only seven ingredients, you’ll love how simple it is to prepare and customize to your taste. Try this comforting vegan dish today and enjoy a nutritious meal that everyone will rave about!
Ingredients
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Grape or cherry tomatoes
- Crushed red pepper flakes
- Canned butter beans (drained)
- Hummus
- Lemon juice
- Baby spinach
- Lemon zest
- Maple syrup (optional)
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook sliced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add grape or cherry tomatoes and crushed red pepper flakes; cook for another minute while stirring.
- Pour in 1/4 cup reserved bean liquid or vegetable broth; reduce heat to medium-low and smash tomatoes to release juices. Cook for 3 minutes.
- Stir in hummus and lemon juice until well combined.
- Add baby spinach and drained butter beans; cook until spinach wilts, adding more liquid if necessary.
- Finish with lemon zest and maple syrup (if using). Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg