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One Pot Marry Me Butter Beans

One Pot Marry Me Butter Beans - A Flavorful Vegetarian Delight

One Pot Marry Me Butter Beans is a cozy, protein-packed vegetarian dish that's simple to prepare and full of rich flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cans Butter Beans Drained
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use any cooking oil
  • 1 medium Onion, diced Shallots can be used
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh preferred, can substitute with garlic powder
For Flavor
  • 1 Bell Pepper, diced Can swap with any sweet pepper
  • 1 14.5 oz can Diced Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Coriander can substitute
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
For the Garnish and Liquid
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley, chopped Can use other herbs
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth Can use chicken broth for non-vegetarians
  • 1 cup Spinach or Kale, optional Leave out for a simpler dish

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 medium diced onion and 1 diced bell pepper and sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent.
  3. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute.
  4. Add 2 cans of drained butter beans, 1 can of diced tomatoes, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, ½ teaspoon of salt, and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper. Stir to mix.
  5. Pour in 1 cup of vegetable broth and mix thoroughly to combine.
  6. Cover and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Stir in 1 cup of spinach or kale, cover, and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tablespoon of freshly chopped parsley on top.
  9. Serve warm, enjoy the creamy texture and flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use quality broth for better flavor and feel free to adjust seasonings to your taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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