Burst Tomato Basil Butter Beans: The Best Comfort Food Delight

Burst Tomato Basil Butter Beans is a delicious comfort food that showcases vibrant flavors and comforting textures.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Course main dish

Cuisine Vegan

Servings servings

Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

Wide shallow pan

Ingredients

Tomatoes

2 cups Cherry Tomatoes Cut in half or left whole

Beans

1 can Butter Beans Canned with liquid

Dairy Alternatives

4 oz Vegan Cream Cheese Violife or Kite Hill recommended

Aromatics

1 medium Shallot Finely diced
2 cloves Garlic Minced

Condiments

2 tablespoon Olive Oil For cooking
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

Herbs

1 cup Fresh Basil Thinly sliced

Instructions

Cooking Steps

Heat the olive oil in a wide shallow pan.
Add the tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook at medium to high heat until they burst, about 5-8 minutes.
Press down on larger tomatoes with a spatula to release juices.
Add the finely diced shallot and minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 3 minutes.
Pour in the butter beans with their juices and stir. Bring to a simmer for about 5 minutes.
Add in the vegan cream cheese and stir until fully mixed.
Turn off the heat and mix in the fresh basil.

Notes

Organic butter beans are recommended. Substitute shallots with half a small white onion if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Keyword Burst Tomato Basil Butter Beans, Comfort Food, Healthy Beans, Tomato Dish, Vegan Recipe

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