Tuscan “Marry Me” Butter Beans
This simple, vegan, and gluten-free dish, Tuscan “Marry Me” Butter Beans, offers a creamy, sun-dried tomato sauce that pairs perfectly with tender butter beans. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy weeknight dinner that’s rich in flavor and comfort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stove-top
- Cuisine: American, Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp vegan butter
- 1 large shallot, finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes (marinated in oil), chopped
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- ¼ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp dried thyme
- ¼ tsp chili flakes
- 1 can (15 oz) butter beans (with liquid)
- 2 tbsp coconut cream
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
- ½ tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Sauté shallots and garlic in melted vegan butter.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, thyme, and chili flakes, cooking for another 2 minutes.
- Add butter beans with their liquid, coconut cream, and lemon juice. Stir and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add fresh basil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- Use coconut cream for the creamiest texture.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
Find it online: https://yumfamilyrecipes.com/tuscan-marry-me-butter-beans/
