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Creamy Miso Butter Beans

Irresistibly Creamy Miso Butter Beans for Cozy Nights

This Creamy Miso Butter Beans recipe combines tender beans with vibrant spinach and umami miso, creating a luxurious vegetarian dish that delights for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Provides fat for sautéing
  • 1 cup Shallots Add sweetness and depth
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh cloves for best results
  • 1 can Canned Butter Beans Tender and creamy
  • 1 cup Vegetable Stock Adds depth of flavor
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons White Miso Paste Integral to the flavor profile
  • ½ cup Whole Cream or Coconut Cream Essential for creaminess
For the Fresh Touch
  • 4 cups Fresh Baby Spinach Lightens the dish while adding nutrients
  • ½ tablespoon Lemon Juice Brings brightness and acidity
For Seasoning
  • to taste Sea Salt For seasoning
  • to taste Ground Black Pepper For seasoning
  • optional Fresh Dill Enhances freshness and flavor

Equipment

  • large pot or skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced shallots and sauté for 3-5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
  3. Incorporate 1 can of rinsed butter beans, 1 cup of vegetable stock, and 2 tablespoons of white miso paste. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes.
  4. Stir in ½ cup of whole cream or coconut cream and cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
  5. Add 4 cups of fresh baby spinach, sea salt, and ground black pepper to taste. Stir gently until the spinach wilts, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and squeeze in the juice of half a lemon before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 12gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, ensure miso is fully dissolved before simmering. Optionally garnish with fresh dill before serving.

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