Creamy Lemon Garlic Butter Beans for a Quick Plant-Based Meal

Creamy Lemon Garlic Butter Beans is a quick, flavorful plant-based dish bursting with high-protein goodness.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Vegan

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

2 small Shallots, diced Provides aromatic sweetness
4-5 cloves Garlic, finely minced Adds robust flavor; can substitute with garlic powder
30 ounces Canned Butter Beans Do not drain the liquid for added moisture
1/4 cup Vegan Cream Cheese Can substitute with plain hummus

For the Flavor

3 tablespoons Vegan Butter Acts as cooking fat
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Adds acidity and brightness
1/2 tablespoon Lemon Zest Enhances lemon flavor
Salt & Pepper To taste

For the Greens

3 cups Fresh Spinach Can substitute with kale or chard

Equipment

large pot

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Finely dice the shallots and mince the garlic cloves. Gather all your ingredients.
Melt 3 tablespoons of vegan butter in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced shallots and minced garlic, stirring for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the canned butter beans along with their liquid. Increase heat to a gentle simmer and cook for about 5 minutes.
Stir in the vegan cream cheese, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Continue stirring for another 2 minutes.
Turn off the heat and fold in fresh spinach until just wilted.
Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm, ideally with toasted bread or over rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 19gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This creamy lemon garlic butter beans dish is perfect for quick, healthy weeknight meals. Pair with warm Garlic Swirl Rolls or Baked Brie Garlic for added comfort.

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