Description
Creamy Miso and Coconut Butter Beans are a delightful fusion of flavors that promise to elevate your mealtime experience. This easy-to-make dish combines the rich creaminess of coconut milk with the umami depth of miso, complemented by tender butter beans and vibrant spinach. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or an elegant side dish, this recipe is sure to impress both family and guests alike. Get ready for a taste sensation that feels indulgent yet healthy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) butter beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 3 tbsp white or yellow miso paste
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Chop the onion and garlic, rinse the butter beans, and measure out the coconut milk.
- Sauté aromatics: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add onions and sauté until translucent. Stir in garlic for another minute.
- Add beans & coconut milk: Combine rinsed butter beans, coconut milk, and miso paste in the skillet; stir until well mixed.
- Simmer: Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Incorporate spinach & lemon: Stir in fresh spinach until wilted, then add lemon juice for brightness.
- Serve: Spoon into bowls and enjoy on its own or over rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 625mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg