Description
Marinated Butter Beans are a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines creamy butter beans with colorful vegetables, all enveloped in a zesty marinade. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether served as a side dish or a light main course. Packed with protein and fiber, it offers a delightful taste experience with every bite. The combination of fresh herbs and tangy lemon creates a flavor explosion that elevates the creamy texture of the beans. Ideal for meal prep or entertaining, these marinated butter beans can be enjoyed on toasted sourdough, as part of a salad, or even as a dip.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (about 14 oz) butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup green olives, roughly chopped
- 1 jarred roasted red pepper, roughly chopped
- 6–7 jarred artichoke hearts, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh dill, minced
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the butter beans, red onion, olives, roasted red pepper, artichoke hearts, dill, parsley, lemon zest, and salt. Mix gently.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine lemon juice, olive oil, honey (or maple syrup), garlic, red pepper flakes, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Whisk until the mixture bubbles; remove from heat.
- Pour the hot marinade over the bean mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Allow to rest for at least 10 minutes before serving for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg