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Creamy Lemon Garlic Butter Beans

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

Creamy Lemon Garlic Butter Beans is a delightful and quick plant-based recipe packed with vibrant flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Plant-Based
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Vegan Butter Provides a rich base for the creamy sauce.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Mince finely for optimal taste release.
  • 3 tablespoons Vegan Cream Cheese Contributes to the creamy texture.
  • 0.5 cups Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Be sure to zest the outer peel only.
For the Beans & Greens
  • 1 can Canned Butter Beans Choosing low-sodium varieties is recommended.
  • 2 cups Spinach Feel free to swap in kale or swiss chard.
For Seasoning
  • 2 each Shallots Chopped.
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavor enhancement.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Finely chop two shallots and mince three cloves of garlic. Set them aside.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of vegan butter over medium heat until sizzling.
  3. Add the chopped shallots and minced garlic to the melted vegan butter, sautéing until translucent (2-3 minutes).
  4. Stir in one can of butter beans, including the liquid. Allow to simmer gently for about 5 minutes.
  5. Mix in 3 tablespoons of vegan cream cheese, the juice of half a lemon, and the zest. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and fold in a handful of fresh spinach. Stir until wilted (about 1 minute).
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm, preferably with toasted sourdough.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These Creamy Lemon Garlic Butter Beans create a beautiful centerpiece for your table, bursting with flavor and color. Enjoy the simplicity while nourishing yourself and your loved ones.

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