Description
A cozy and nourishing butter bean dish that’s simple to make and packed with flavor, perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
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- 2 cans butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes (if using); cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the butter beans and vegetable broth; stir everything well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the beans to heat through and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Season with salt and pepper to your liking.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For a more robust flavor, let the dish sit for a little while after cooking; it tastes even better the next day. Feel free to use pre-chopped onions and minced garlic to save time.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg