Burst Tomato Basil Butter Beans in 30 Minutes of Joy

Discover the vibrant flavors of Burst Tomato Basil Butter Beans, a vegan and gluten-free dish ready in just 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Beans

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with avocado oil for a different flavor.
1 can Butter Beans Core protein source; can substitute with chickpeas or cannellini beans.

For the Flavor

2 cups Cherry or Grape Tomatoes Use heirloom tomatoes for a unique taste.
1 Shallot A yellow onion could be used in a pinch.
2 cloves Garlic Use fresh for best flavor.
1 teaspoon Truffle Salt Regular salt can be used as a substitute.
to taste Ground Black Pepper Adjust according to taste.

For the Creaminess

1/4 cup Vegan Cream Cheese Cashew cream can serve as an alternative.

For the Garnish

1 handful Fresh Basil Use less if substituting with dried basil due to potency.

Equipment

wide skillet

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Finely dice the shallot and mince the garlic. Slice fresh basil leaves for garnishing later.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add tomatoes, truffle salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 to 8 minutes, pressing tomatoes to burst.
Stir in shallots and garlic, cooking for another 3 minutes until fragrant.
Add butter beans with their liquid, stir gently and simmer for about 5 minutes.
Lower the heat and mix in vegan cream cheese until creamy.
Remove the skillet from the heat and fold in fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is best enjoyed fresh, though leftovers can be stored for 3-4 days in the fridge or frozen for up to 3 months.

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