Butter Beans

Gluten Free
Health score
15%
Butter Beans
45 min.
8
177kcal

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Welcome to the delightful world of butter beans! This wonderfully creamy and satisfying side dish is not only gluten-free but also incredibly easy to prepare. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's the perfect addition to any meal, whether you're hosting a family dinner or enjoying a quiet night in.

Butter beans, known for their rich texture and subtle flavor, shine in this recipe as they meld perfectly with butter and whipping cream, creating a decadent treat that everyone's going to love. This dish captures the essence of comfort food while remaining light on the body, making every bite guilt-free. With only 177 calories per serving, you can indulge without the worry!

Aside from being a delicious side dish, butter beans are packed with protein, making them a smart choice for those looking to balance their meals. Their creamy consistency and buttery flavor provide a lovely contrast to heartier mains, whether it’s a grilled chicken breast or a flavorful vegetarian dish. Easy to modify and scale for any occasion, butter beans are an ideal staple to incorporate into your cooking repertoire. So, let’s get started on this mouthwatering adventure and enjoy the creamy, buttery goodness of butter beans together!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon butter 
  • 32 ounce shell beans frozen
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Combine butter beans, salt, and water to cover in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30 minutes or until beans are tender.
  2. Drain.
  3. Add butter and whipping cream to beans in saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until mixture is thoroughly heated.

Nutrition Facts

Calories177kcal
Protein20.18%
Fat26.91%
Carbs52.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.94
Glycemic Load
4.96
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
9.4582608309777%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:176.71kcal
8.84%
Fat:5.42g
8.34%
Saturated Fat:2.67g
16.71%
Carbohydrates:23.97g
7.99%
Net Carbohydrates:16.04g
5.83%
Sugar:3.58g
3.98%
Cholesterol:11.21mg
3.74%
Sodium:312.13mg
13.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.14g
18.28%
Fiber:7.94g
31.75%
Manganese:0.59mg
29.3%
Folate:94.53µg
23.63%
Potassium:586.28mg
16.75%
Iron:2.72mg
15.13%
Copper:0.27mg
13.39%
Phosphorus:132.03mg
13.2%
Magnesium:49.52mg
12.38%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.32%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.31%
Selenium:5.4µg
7.72%
Zinc:1.1mg
7.35%
Vitamin B5:0.51mg
5.05%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.8%
Vitamin A:208.37IU
4.17%
Calcium:26.53mg
2.65%
Vitamin K:2.59µg
2.46%
Vitamin B3:0.48mg
2.42%
Vitamin E:0.35mg
2.33%
Vitamin D:0.16µg
1.06%
Source:My Recipes