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Marinated Butter Beans

Marinated Butter Beans
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Marinated Butter Beans are a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings a burst of flavor to your table. This recipe features creamy butter beans combined with colorful vegetables, including pickled red onions, olives, roasted red peppers, and artichoke hearts, all tossed in a zesty olive oil and lemon marinade. Perfect for meal prep, they are high in protein and fiber, making them an excellent choice for a healthy snack or as part of a balanced meal. Whether enjoyed on their own, atop toasted bread, or mixed into salads and wraps, these marinated beans are both versatile and delicious.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (14 oz) butter beans
  • 1/2 small red onion
  • 1/2 cup green olives
  • 1 roasted red pepper
  • 6–7 artichoke hearts
  • 1/2 cup fresh dill
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 clove garlic
  • Spices: red pepper flakes, cumin, cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Combine the butter beans, sliced red onion, chopped olives, roasted red pepper, artichokes, dill, parsley, lemon zest, and salt in a large bowl.
  2. In a saucepan over medium-high heat, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey (or maple syrup), garlic, red pepper flakes, cumin, and cayenne until frothy. Remove from heat.
  3. Pour the warm marinade over the bean mixture and gently toss to coat.
  4. Let sit for at least 10 minutes to meld flavors; longer for enhanced taste.
  5. Serve on toasted bread or as desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days.

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