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Creamy Miso Butter Beans

Creamy Miso Butter Beans: A Delightfully Quick Dinner

Creamy Miso Butter Beans is a quick dinner recipe that combines hearty ingredients with umami flavor for a comforting dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 1 cup Shallots Can substitute with yellow or white onions.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh or jarred garlic works.
For the Main Ingredients
  • 2 cans Butter Beans Can substitute with cannellini or navy beans.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Stock Can substitute with chicken stock.
  • 3 tablespoons White Miso Paste Red miso can be used for a bolder taste.
  • 1 cup Whole Cream or Coconut Cream Use coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
  • 4 cups Baby Spinach Can substitute with kale or Swiss chard.
For Seasoning
  • to taste Sea Salt
  • to taste Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Can substitute with lime juice.
  • optional Chopped Fresh Dill Can replace with parsley or thyme.

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add sliced shallots and sauté for 3-5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and continue cooking for 30 seconds until aromatic.
  3. Add rinsed butter beans, vegetable stock, and white miso paste. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes.
  4. Pour in whole cream or coconut cream, stirring to combine. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until creamy.
  5. Fold in baby spinach and season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat once spinach wilts.
  6. Drizzle in lemon juice and stir gently. Garnish with chopped dill if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best texture, ensure miso is fully dissolved. Avoid overcooking spinach for vibrant color.

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