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Creamy Lemon Garlic Butter Beans

Creamy Lemon Garlic Butter Beans in Just 20 Minutes!

Creamy Lemon Garlic Butter Beans are a quick, satisfying, and flavorful vegan dish perfect for weeknights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 small Shallots Add depth and sweetness
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, use a garlic press for convenience
  • 2 tablespoons Vegan Butter Substitute with olive oil if needed
  • 1 can Canned Butter Beans Do not drain
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Vegan Cream Cheese Can use hummus as an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh lemon juice recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
For the Greens
  • 2 cups Spinach Can substitute with other greens
To Taste
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Finely dice the shallots and mince the garlic cloves, then set aside.
  2. Melt vegan butter in a large pot over medium heat until bubbling.
  3. Sauté shallots and garlic for 2-3 minutes until tender.
  4. Incorporate canned butter beans with their liquid and simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Add vegan cream cheese, lemon juice, and lemon zest, stirring to combine.
  6. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, then fold in spinach to wilt.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 9gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently over low heat.

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