Description
A rich and creamy dish made with butter beans.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups butter beans
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Soak the butter beans overnight.
- Drain and rinse the beans.
- In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the butter beans and vegetable broth.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Cook for 30-40 minutes until beans are tender.
- Add salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Blend until creamy, if desired.
Notes
- Serve warm as a side dish.
- Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Pairs well with grilled vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: creamy butter beans, butter bean recipe, vegetarian side dish