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Garlic Oregano Butter Beans
Garlic oregano butter beans are a hearty, savory dish featuring creamy beans infused with the bold flavors of sautéed garlic and aromatic oregano.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 75 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Main Course
Cuisine:
Mediterranean , Greek , Vegan
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
- 1 large white onion diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh Greek oregano chopped (about 3 large sprigs)
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- 3-5 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cans butter beans drained and rinsed
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté the onion: Add the diced white onion and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and slightly golden.
- Add the garlic and herbs: Stir in the minced garlic, fresh oregano, and dried Italian herbs. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Incorporate the butter beans: Add the drained and rinsed butter beans to the skillet. Stir well to coat the beans with the aromatic mixture.
- Cook and meld flavors: Reduce the heat to low and cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the flavors to combine and the beans to warm through.
- Adjust seasoning: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Optionally, add a splash of lemon juice or drizzle of olive oil before serving.
- Serve: Serve warm as a side dish, on toast, or as part of a main meal. Enjoy!
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Nutrition Information
Calories
75kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
0.4g
(1%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Sodium
1mg
(0%)
Potassium
49mg
(1%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
20IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
2mg
(2%)
Calcium
26mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 75
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 75kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.4g | 1% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 49mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 20IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.