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Marinated Butter Beans

Marinated Butter Beans


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x

Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Marinated Butter Beans, a creamy and nutritious dish perfect for any occasion. This versatile recipe combines tender butter beans with vibrant ingredients like pickled red onions, olives, roasted red peppers, and artichoke hearts, all tossed in a zesty olive and lemon marinade. Whether enjoyed as a side dish at your next gathering or as a satisfying main course for a quiet dinner at home, these marinated beans are sure to impress. Packed with protein and fiber, they make for a healthy choice that’s both filling and flavorful. Easy to prepare and great for meal prep, this recipe will become a staple in your kitchen!


Ingredients

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  • 1 can (14 oz) butter beans
  • 1/2 small red onion
  • 1/2 cup green olives
  • 1 roasted red pepper
  • 67 artichoke hearts
  • 1/2 cup fresh dill
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • Kosher salt
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Honey or maple syrup
  • Garlic, red pepper flakes, cumin, cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine drained butter beans, sliced red onion, chopped olives, roasted red pepper, artichokes, dill, parsley, lemon zest, and salt.
  2. In a saucepan over medium-high heat, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, red pepper flakes, cumin, and cayenne until frothy. Remove from heat.
  3. Pour the marinade over the bean mixture and gently toss to combine. Let sit for at least 10 minutes before serving (30 minutes is ideal).
  4. Enjoy on toasted sourdough bread or as is.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 490mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 37g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg