Description
Savor the delightful flavors of this Zesty Butter Beans Recipe, a creamy, satisfying dish that’s both vegan and gluten-free. Perfect for any occasion, it transforms humble butter beans into a vibrant meal with spices and rich coconut milk. Ideal for busy weeknights or as a standout side dish, this recipe takes just minutes to prepare and can be served as a stew or over grains like rice or quinoa.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons oil (avocado or olive)
- 1 red onion (finely chopped)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 can (13.4 oz) pre-cooked butter beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, add the oil, onion, and garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until soft and golden.
- Stir in the butter beans, coconut milk, lemon juice, turmeric, pepper, paprika, oregano, and salt until well combined.
- Simmer for approximately 5 minutes while stirring frequently until the mixture thickens and becomes creamy.
- Serve hot on its own or over rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg