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Creamy Lemon Garlic Butter Beans Recipe

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This Creamy Lemon Garlic Butter Beans recipe is a luscious, comforting dish made with tender butter beans simmered in a rich vegan butter and cream cheese sauce, accented by fresh lemon juice and zest, and finished with vibrant wilted spinach. Ready in just 20 minutes, this vegan-friendly meal is perfect as a hearty side or a satisfying main served with toasted bread.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 small shallots, diced (or 1 large shallot)
  • 4-5 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 3 tablespoons vegan butter
  • 30 ounces canned butter beans (2 cans, including liquid)
  • 1/4 cup vegan cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 tablespoon lemon zest (zest of 1 lemon)
  • 3 cups spinach
  • Salt & pepper to taste (recommend at least 1/2 teaspoon pepper)

Instructions

  1. Prepare aromatics: Finely dice the shallots and mince the garlic cloves. Using a garlic press is recommended for evenly minced garlic.
  2. Melt butter: In a large pot, melt the vegan butter over medium heat until it is sizzling and hot.
  3. Sauté shallots and garlic: Add the diced shallots and minced garlic to the melted butter. Stir and sauté for about 3 minutes until fragrant and shallots are translucent.
  4. Add butter beans with liquid: Pour in the two cans of butter beans, including their liquid (do not strain). Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let simmer for 5 minutes to reduce excess liquid and cook the beans through.
  5. Add cream cheese and lemon: Stir in the vegan cream cheese, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well incorporated. Bring the pot back to a gentle simmer and cook for 2 more minutes.
  6. Wilt spinach and season: Turn off the heat and add the spinach to the pot. Stir until the spinach is wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting seasoning as desired.
  7. Serve warm: Serve the creamy lemon garlic butter beans warm with a big slice of toasted bread to soak up the sauce. Enjoy the comforting, tangy flavors!

Notes

  • Using the liquid from the canned butter beans is essential to achieve the creamy texture—do not drain or strain the beans.
  • For a nuttier flavor, consider using vegan butter with a rich profile.
  • If vegan cream cheese is unavailable, a thick vegan sour cream or cashew cream can be a suitable substitute.
  • Adjust lemon juice and zest according to your preference for tanginess.
  • This dish pairs excellently with toasted sourdough or rustic bread varieties.

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