If you are looking for a simple, yet flavor-packed dish that is exquisite in its simplicity, then look no further than this recipe for Italian Butter Beans. Great as a side dish, but Italian Butter Beans also make for a protein-rich vegan meal.
This dish has layers of flavor from slowly sauteeing the fresh onions, bell pepper, garlic, and cherry tomatoes. This allows their natural sugars to caramelize and add sweetness to the sauce.
The wine and herbs add a richness and robust flavor, while the bit of butter mellows out the acidity of the tomatoes.
All this recipe needs is a green salad or vegetable. I like to serve it with Spicy Italian Style Broccoli Rabe for a healthy and delicious vegetarian or vegan meal.
WHAT ARE BUTTER BEANS?
Butter beans, also known as lima beans, are flat, kidney-shaped beans ranging in color from light green to off-white. They can range in size as well.
The beans have a buttery texture and mild flavor. Southern US and Europe call the legume ‘butter bean’, while the rest of the globe uses ‘lima bean’. The beans can be dry, canned, or frozen.
For this recipe, we are using canned butter beans to make the recipe easier, but also to utilize the canned beans rich, tender consistency.
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I love everything about this recipe!
Going try this minus the oil ,I’ll sauté the onions peppers & garlic in vegetable broth or wine ! This will make it complaint in my style of eating. Thanks