Description
This Tuscan-inspired butter beans recipe is a flavorful and hearty dish that brings together tender butter beans, savory tomatoes, and fragrant herbs. With a touch of vibrant spinach and zesty lemon, this dish is a comforting and nutritious option for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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For the Tuscan Butter Beans:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 cans (15 oz each) butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juices
- ½ cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, chopped
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Tuscan Butter Beans: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until softened, then add garlic, rosemary, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Cook until fragrant.
- Cook the Beans: Stir in tomato paste, butter beans, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Simmer for 10–12 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add Spinach or Kale: Mix in the chopped greens and cook until wilted, about 2–3 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve warm with bread or over rice.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, mash some of the beans in the pan.
- Enhance richness by adding cream or grated Parmesan.
- Leftovers can be stored for 2–3 days and reheat well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 440 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
