Description

Marinated Butter Beans are a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together creamy butter beans with zesty ingredients like pickled red onions, olives, and roasted red peppers. Tossed in a spicy olive and lemon marinade, this recipe is not only delicious but also packed with protein and fiber, making it a nutritious addition to any meal. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, these marinated beans can be enjoyed on their own, as a side dish, or even as a delightful appetizer on toasted sourdough. The best part? They can be made ahead of time for easy meal prep!

Ingredients

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1 can (14 oz) butter beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup green olives, chopped
1 jarred roasted red pepper, chopped
6–7 jarred artichoke hearts, halved
1/2 cup fresh dill, minced
1/2 cup fresh parsley, minced
Zest from 1 lemon
1 tsp kosher salt
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 clove garlic, minced
Spices: red pepper flakes, cumin, cayenne pepper

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Instructions

In a large serving bowl, combine butter beans, red onion, olives, roasted red pepper, artichokes, dill, parsley, lemon zest, and kosher salt; mix gently.
In a saucepan over medium-high heat, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, honey (or maple syrup), garlic, red pepper flakes, cumin, and cayenne until frothy; remove from heat.
Pour the warm marinade over the bean mixture; toss gently to coat.
Let sit for at least 10 minutes (30 minutes preferred) before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Mixing/Marinating
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 150
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 0mg