Description
A quick and flavorful dish that combines butter beans with sun-dried tomatoes, creamy sauce, and fresh spinach for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can butter beans
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing them to soften.
- Pour in your choice of broth and let it simmer for 3 minutes, enhancing the flavors.
- Introduce the butter beans to the mixture, warming them through.
- Stir in the cream (or coconut cream) and simmer until the sauce thickens and is creamy.
- Add fresh spinach, letting it wilt into the mixture.
- Season the dish with salt, pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Finish with a splash of lemon juice for brightness.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream. This dish pairs well with crusty bread or a fresh garden salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg