Marinated butter beans are a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for any occasion. With a flavorful combination of beans, veggies, and a spicy marinade, this recipe is sure to impress your taste buds and your guests.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Great flavors: The combination of butter beans, olives, roasted red peppers, and artichoke hearts creates a burst of delicious flavors in every bite.
- Quick prep time: With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this dish can be whipped up in no time.
- Perfect for meal prep: Marinated butter beans taste even better the next day, making it a great option for meal prepping and enjoying throughout the week.
Ingredient Notes:
- Beans & Veggies: butter beans, red onion, green olives, roasted red pepper, artichoke hearts, dill, parsley, lemon zest, kosher salt.
- Spicy Marinade: lemon juice, olive oil, honey/maple syrup, garlic, red pepper flakes, cumin, cayenne pepper.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the butter beans, red onion, olives, roasted red pepper, artichoke hearts, dill, parsley, and lemon zest.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey/maple syrup, garlic, red pepper flakes, cumin, and cayenne pepper to make the spicy marinade.
- Pour the marinade over the bean mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Season with kosher salt to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Helpful Tips:
- For a bit of extra heat, add more red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to the marinade.
- This dish tastes even better the next day after the flavors have had time to marinate together.
- Swap out the veggies for your favorites, such as cherry tomatoes or cucumber, for a personalized twist.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Expert Tips for the Best Results:
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice and honey/maple syrup to suit your taste preferences.
- Allow the dish to come to room temperature before serving for the best flavor.
Serving Suggestions:
Marinated butter beans are perfect as a side dish for grilled chicken or fish. Pair it with a glass of crisp white wine or a refreshing lemonade for a complete meal.
Storage and Reheating Tips:
Store any leftovers in the fridge and reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until warmed through. Add a splash of lemon juice to refresh the flavors before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I use canned butter beans for this recipe? Yes, canned butter beans work perfectly for this dish.
- How long can I store marinated butter beans in the fridge? It can be stored for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Can I omit the spicy marinade? Yes, feel free to adjust the marinade to suit your taste preferences.
Conclusion:
Give this marinated butter beans recipe a try and experience the delicious flavors for yourself. Don’t forget to share your feedback and any personal twists you added to make it your own!
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Marinated Butter Beans
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salads
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Marinated Butter Beans is a flavorful and refreshing salad featuring butter beans, olives, red peppers, artichokes, and fresh herbs, all tossed in a zesty, spicy marinade.
Ingredients
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Beans & Veggies
- 1 can (about 14 oz or 400 g) butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup (about 20) green olives, roughly chopped
- 1 jarred roasted red pepper, roughly chopped
- 6–7 jarred artichoke hearts, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh dill, minced and loosely packed
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, minced and loosely packed
- 1 lemon’s worth of zest
- 1 tsp kosher salt, plus more as needed
Spicy Marinade
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine butter beans, red onion, olives, red pepper, artichoke hearts, dill, parsley, and lemon zest.
- Make Marinade: In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, honey, garlic, red pepper flakes, cumin, and cayenne pepper.
- Combine: Pour the marinade over the vegetables and beans. Toss well to coat evenly.
- Marinate: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve: Enjoy your marinated butter beans salad as a side dish or light meal.
Notes
- This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Feel free to adjust the level of spiciness by increasing or decreasing the amount of red pepper flakes and cayenne pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg