Description
A delicious and simple recipe for creamy butter beans enhanced with spices, perfect for a cozy dinner or a gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of cooked butter beans (or canned, drained)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika. Sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the cooked butter beans to the skillet and gently toss to coat them with the spices. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
Great served with crusty bread or a refreshing salad. Adjust spices to your preference and add ingredients based on dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg