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Smoky Garlic Butter Beans

Delicious Smoky Garlic Butter Beans in Just 10 Minutes

Enjoy these Smoky Garlic Butter Beans, a quick Mediterranean-inspired dish ready in just 10 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with any vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can butter beans drained and rinsed
For the Flavor
  • 1 cup vegetable broth chicken broth for non-vegetarian option
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano Italian seasoning as alternative
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika regular paprika can be used but flavor will change
For the Finishing Touch
  • 0.5 tablespoons lemon juice vinegar can substitute
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley can substitute with basil or cilantro

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to a large skillet and heat over medium heat for about 1 minute until it shimmers.
  2. Add 3 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant and golden, being careful not to let it burn.
  3. Introduce 1 can of drained and rinsed butter beans, 1 cup of vegetable broth, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika; stir together.
  4. Reduce the heat slightly and let the mixture simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until the broth reduces and the beans are heated through.
  5. Stir in the juice of half a lemon and season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 8gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Leftover Smoky Garlic Butter Beans can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat on the stove for best results. For thicker sauce, mash some beans in the skillet.

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