Description
A flavorful and satisfying dish of Butter Beans with Garlic, Lemon, and Herbs that is quick and easy to make. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is bursting with fresh flavors and wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
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Main Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon Urfa pepper (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Other Ingredients:
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
- 2 (15-ounce) cans butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 2 green onions, trimmed and chopped (both white and green parts)
- 1/3 cup roughly chopped parsley
- 1/3 cup roughly chopped dill
Instructions
- Toast the seasonings: Set a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil. Once it begins to shimmer, add the red pepper flakes, urfa pepper, cumin, smoked paprika, minced garlic, and a big pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until the garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Simmer the beans: Add the drained butter beans and the broth. Bring to a boil, then turn the heat to low and simmer until the beans are warm and the broth is just slightly thickened, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Finish and serve: Turn off the heat and stir in the lemon juice, green onions, and fresh herbs. Serve warm, with your favorite crusty bread, rice, or tossed with cooked plain pasta.
Notes
- Everything comes together very quickly, so it’s best to get your broth, spices, and beans ready before you start cooking.
- If you’re sensitive to spice, start with just 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes. You can also leave them out altogether if you don’t like spicy food.
- Visit our shop to browse quality Mediterranean ingredients including olive oils, honey, jams, and spices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
