Creamy Butter Beans with Garlic and Spinach

Here is our vegan recipe featuring creamy butter beans:

Creamy Butter Beans with Garlic and Spinach

Ingredients:

• 1 can (15 oz) butter beans (drained and rinsed)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Instructions:

1. Sauté Garlic: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
2. Add Beans: Stir in the butter beans and cook for another 3-4 minutes until heated through.
3. Incorporate Spinach: Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
4. Season: Stir in lemon juice, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Serve warm.

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Creamy Butter Bean Hummus

Ingredients:

• 1 can (15 oz) butter beans (drained and rinsed)
• 2 tablespoons tahini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• Salt to taste
• Water (as needed for consistency)

Instructions:

1. Blend Ingredients: In a food processor, combine butter beans, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt.
2. Adjust Consistency: Blend until smooth, adding water as needed to achieve a creamy texture.
3. Serve: Transfer to a bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Enjoy with pita bread or vegetable sticks.

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Creamy Butter Beans with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Ingredients:

• 1 can (15 oz) butter beans (drained and rinsed)
• ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (optional)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat Ingredients: In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for about 2 minutes.
2. Add Beans: Stir in the butter beans, oregano, nutritional yeast (if using), salt, and pepper. Cook until heated through.
3. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh basil, and serve warm as a side dish or on toast.

Enjoy these creamy butter bean recipes that are not only easy to make but also packed with flavor!