Creamy Lemon Garlic Butter Beans
Creamy Lemon Garlic Butter Beans are a delightful dish that will impress your family and friends with their vibrant flavors and creamy texture. This recipe combines butter beans with fresh garlic, zesty lemon, and rich vegan cream cheese, creating a comforting yet refreshing meal in just 20 minutes. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or as a star side dish at gatherings, these beans are versatile enough to suit various occasions. With minimal prep and easy-to-find ingredients, you can enjoy a wholesome meal without any fuss. Plus, they’re completely plant-based, making them suitable for everyone!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 small shallots (diced)
- 4–5 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- 3 tablespoons vegan butter
- 30 ounces canned butter beans (with liquid)
- 1/4 cup vegan cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 cups spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Finely dice shallots and mince garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the vegan butter until sizzling.
- Add shallots and garlic; sauté for about three minutes until fragrant and translucent.
- Stir in the butter beans with their liquid; let simmer for five minutes.
- Mix in vegan cream cheese, lemon juice, and zest; return to a gentle simmer.
- Fold in spinach until wilted but vibrant.
- Season with salt and pepper; serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg