Description
This Zesty Butter Beans recipe delivers a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for a quick vegetarian meal. Combining creamy butter beans with aromatic spices, smoky paprika, and tangy tomatoes, it offers a hearty and comforting option that’s easy to prepare in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cans (15 oz each) butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Heat the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add Spices and Garlic: Stir in minced garlic, smoked paprika, chili flakes, ground cumin, and dried oregano. Cook for about 1 minute until the spices become fragrant.
- Simmer Tomatoes and Broth: Pour in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth into the skillet. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Cook Butter Beans: Add the drained and rinsed butter beans to the sauce. Stir well and cook uncovered for 8 to 10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and the flavors to meld.
- Season: Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm with lemon wedges on the side to squeeze over before eating.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, increase the chili flakes or add a dash of cayenne pepper.
- Serve this dish as a main course with crusty bread or as a side with grilled vegetables.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This recipe is naturally vegetarian and can easily be made vegan.
