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Creamy Lemon Garlic Butter Beans

Creamy Lemon Garlic Butter Beans

A comforting and flavorful dish with garlic, lemon, and butter beans.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups butter beans rinsed and drained
  • 0.25 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  • Add butter beans to the skillet, stirring to coat with garlic and butter. Cook for about 5 minutes until warmed.
  • Stir in lemon juice and zest, and season with salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  • Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Adjust lemon and salt according to preference. Best served warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IU
Keyword beans, Comfort Food, Garlic, lemon
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