One Pot Marry Me Butter Beans: A Creamy, Comforting Vegetarian Delight
Get ready to fall in love with this hearty, creamy One Pot Marry Me Butter Beans. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or healthy vegetarian dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish, One Pot
- Method: Simmer
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cans (15 oz each) butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1/3 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or plant-based cheese (optional)
- 2 cups baby spinach or chopped kale
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook onion for 4–5 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and stir 30 seconds.
- Add red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, oregano, thyme, black pepper, and salt. Cook 1 minute.
- Stir in tomato paste, cook 1–2 minutes. Add diced tomatoes, simmer 5 minutes.
- Add butter beans and vegetable broth. Simmer 10–12 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Lower heat, stir in cream and greens, cook 2–3 minutes until wilted and creamy.
- Top with mozzarella if using, cover, and melt 2–3 minutes.
- Taste, adjust seasoning, garnish, and serve hot.
Notes
- Let the dish sit overnight for deeper flavor.
- Use coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
- Sautéing aromatics builds the foundation of flavor—don’t skip.