Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Creamy Miso Butter Beans, a delightful dish that perfectly balances comfort and nutrition. This easy-to-make recipe features tender butter beans enveloped in a velvety miso cream sauce, enhanced with aromatic shallots, garlic, and fresh spinach. In just 30 minutes, you can create a satisfying main course that’s ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The umami-rich miso adds depth to this comforting meal, making it a favorite among both plant-based enthusiasts and those seeking hearty vegetarian options. Serve it alongside crusty bread, over rice, or as a topping for baked potatoes for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 shallots, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable stock
- 1 tablespoon white miso paste
- 1/2 cup whole cream or coconut cream
- 3 cups packed baby spinach
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- optional – 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sauté sliced shallots until translucent (3-5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in rinsed butter beans, vegetable stock, and white miso paste; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Mix in whole cream or coconut cream; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Incorporate baby spinach, sea salt, black pepper, and lemon juice until spinach wilts.
- Serve warm with optional fresh dill on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Plant-Based
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 11g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg