Description
These Creamy Marry Me Butter Beans are simmered in a rich tomato and herb sauce with coconut cream and fresh basil. A savory vegan dish perfect for serving with toasted bread or rice!
Ingredients
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For the Butter Beans:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 (15 oz) can butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth (or water)
- 1/2 cup coconut cream (or heavy cream for non-vegan option)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
For Serving:
- Toasted bread, rice, or pasta
- Extra fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft.
- Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for another 30 seconds.
- Build the Sauce:
- Add tomato paste, diced tomatoes, oregano, thyme, and smoked paprika.
- Stir well and simmer for 5 minutes, letting the flavors meld.
- Simmer the Butter Beans:
- Add butter beans and vegetable broth, stirring to combine.
- Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the beans to absorb the flavors.
- Make it Creamy:
- Reduce heat to low and stir in coconut cream.
- Simmer for another 2-3 minutes, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Garnish & Serve:
- Stir in fresh basil and remove from heat.
- Serve warm with toasted bread, rice, or pasta.
Notes
- For extra richness, add a splash of white wine before adding the tomatoes.
- Swap butter beans for cannellini beans if needed.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired, Vegan
