Zesty Butter Beans

Brighten up your mealtime with Zesty Butter Beans, a vibrant and heart-healthy dish packed with bold flavors and ready in just 20 minutes! This Mediterranean-inspired recipe turns simple pantry staples into a zesty masterpiece, featuring tender butter beans infused with the tangy freshness of lemon zest and juice, the smoky warmth of paprika, and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes. Sautéed to perfection in golden olive oil with fragrant garlic, and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, these beans are a versatile side dish or a satisfying vegetarian main. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, Zesty Butter Beans deliver a balance of creamy textures and lively seasonings in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups canned butter beans (drained and rinsed)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 3

Stir in the butter beans and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally to warm them through.

Step 4

Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat the butter beans evenly with the seasonings.

Step 5

Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	539.6 grams (539.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	679

Total Fat 30.20g	39%
Saturated Fat 4.80g	24%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1697mg	74%
Total Carbohydrate 78.90g	29%
Dietary Fiber 19.70g	70%
Total Sugars 4.50g
Protein 26.70g	53%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 184mg	14%
Iron 9mg	49%
Potassium 1613mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.2%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 45.5%