Saucy Garlic Butter Beans

A rich, velvety, and satisfying dish packed with protein and flavor—perfect for a cozy meal or a hearty side!

Ingredients

For the Butter Beans:

• 2 ½ cups cooked butter beans (or 2 cans, drained and rinsed)
• 2 tbsp olive oil or vegan butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ¾ cup vegetable broth

For the Creamy Sauce:

• ⅓ cup unsweetened dairy-free milk (almond, oat, or soy)
• 1 ½ tbsp nutritional yeast (for a subtle cheesy note)
• 2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 ½ tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickness)

For Serving:

• Thick slices of toasted sourdough or rustic bread
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
• Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Instructions

1. Sauté the garlic & beans:
   • Warm olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
   • Add garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
   • Stir in the butter beans, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
   • Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to infuse the flavors.
2. Make it creamy:
   • Pour in the vegetable broth and let it simmer for about 3 minutes.
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the dairy-free milk, nutritional yeast, Dijon mustard, and cornstarch.
   • Stir the mixture into the pan and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until thick and creamy.
3. Serve & enjoy:
   • Spoon the creamy butter beans over toasted bread.
   • Garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes for extra flavor.

Tips:

• Add a splash of lemon juice for brightness.
• Stir in baby spinach or kale for added greens.
• Use full-fat coconut milk for an extra indulgent version

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: ~260 kcal
• Protein: 11g
• Carbohydrates: 32g
• Fat: 8g

A creamy, garlicky, and protein-packed dish—simple, satisfying, and perfect for any time of day!