Description
Creamy Tuscan butter beans combined with fresh spinach and tangy sundried tomato create a rich flavorful dish perfect for any meal or side option
Ingredients
2 cups cooked butter beans (or canned, rinsed)
2 cups fresh spinach
1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed preferred)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 cup vegetable broth or water
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a wide skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent and fragrant, about 4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and thyme, stirring constantly for about 30 seconds until aromatic.
- Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1-2 minutes, letting the oil infuse with the tomatoes’ rich flavor.
- Pour in the cooked butter beans, gently tossing to coat in the fragrant oil and herbs. Add the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes.
- Layer fresh spinach on top. Stir it in slowly, allowing the leaves to wilt, usually in 2-3 minutes.
- Season generously with salt and black pepper. Serve warm straight from the pan.
Notes
This Tuscan Butter Beans recipe with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes captures the comforting feeling of Tuscan cooking. It is hearty yet fresh, rustic yet elegant, featuring creamy butter beans simmered with bright spinach and tangy sun-dried tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Fat: 10 grams
- Carbohydrates: 38 grams
- Fiber: 12 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
Keywords: Tuscan recipe, butter beans recipe, Italian dinner, spinach recipe, sun-dried tomatoes dish, plant-based Italian, easy Tuscan dinner
