Lima Beans with Wild Mushrooms and Chard

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Lima Beans with Wild Mushrooms and Chard
45 min.
8
241kcal

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If you're seeking a delightful and nutritious side dish that packs a punch of flavor and health, look no further than this vibrant Lima Beans with Wild Mushrooms and Chard recipe. Bursting with earthiness from the assorted dried wild mushrooms and the rich, savory essence of garlic and onion, this dish not only elevates your meals but is also a fantastic way to incorporate more plant-based foods into your diet. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is a hit with vegetarians and vegans alike, and it comes together in just 45 minutes!

The star of this dish is the lima beans, which are not only creamy and delicious but also a fantastic source of protein and fiber, making them a heart-healthy option. Combined with the health benefits of Swiss chard—which is loaded with vitamins and minerals—this dish guarantees to leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.

Whether you're preparing a family dinner or looking for something special for a gathering, this gluten-free and dairy-free recipe caters to a variety of dietary needs while ensuring flavor does not take a back seat. Plus, it can be made ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy your time with guests without the rush. Serve this vibrant creation alongside your main dishes or as a standalone delight, and watch as everyone comes back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • pound lima beans *soaked overnight dried
  • 0.3 teaspoon thyme leaves dried
  •  garlic cloves chopped
  • 4.5 ounce mushrooms wild dried assorted
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
  • large onion chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper dried red crushed
  • cups swiss chard packed stemmed sliced (lightly )

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • pot
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Place lima beans in large bowlwith enough water to cover by5 inches. Soak overnight.
  2. Bring 2 cups water anddried mushrooms to boil in smallsaucepan. Using slotted spoon,transfer mushrooms to mediumbowl; reserve liquid in saucepan.
  3. Heat oil in heavy large potover medium heat.
  4. Add onion andgarlic; sauté until onion is tender,10 minutes.
  5. Drain beans; add topot.
  6. Pour in mushroom liquid,leaving sediment behind.
  7. Add 6cups water. Bring to simmer; skimfoam from top. Stir in red pepperand thyme. Simmer partiallycovered until beans are tender, 45minutes. Season with salt. Chopmushrooms; add to pot. Simmeruncovered over medium heat untilbeans and mushrooms are verytender, stirring occasionally andadding water to thin as needed,about 15 minutes longer. DO AHEAD: Can be made 3 days ahead.Cool, then cover and chill. Rewarmbeans before continuing.
  8. Add chard to beans. Coverpot; cook until chard is tender,stirring often, about 8 minutes.Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories241kcal
Protein21.6%
Fat14.58%
Carbs63.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.58
Glycemic Load
7.79
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
24.653913199902%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.41mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.94mg
Kaempferol
1.69mg
Myricetin
0.87mg
Quercetin
4.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:241.22kcal
12.06%
Fat:4.04g
6.21%
Saturated Fat:0.6g
3.76%
Carbohydrates:39.76g
13.25%
Net Carbohydrates:28.02g
10.19%
Sugar:6.25g
6.94%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:70.63mg
3.07%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.46g
26.92%
Vitamin K:230.31µg
219.34%
Folate:234.16µg
58.54%
Manganese:1.11mg
55.36%
Fiber:11.75g
46.99%
Magnesium:152.72mg
38.18%
Vitamin A:1671.55IU
33.43%
Potassium:1165.43mg
33.3%
Iron:4.96mg
27.54%
Copper:0.53mg
26.57%
Phosphorus:252.41mg
25.24%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.54%
Vitamin B6:0.38mg
18.81%
Vitamin C:10.31mg
12.49%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.37%
Zinc:1.84mg
12.26%
Vitamin B5:1.09mg
10.86%
Vitamin E:1.46mg
9.7%
Selenium:6.13µg
8.76%
Vitamin B3:1.6mg
7.98%
Calcium:68.03mg
6.8%
Source:Epicurious