Savory Lemon-Garlic Butter Beans
Creamy butter beans warmed in garlic butter and brightened with lemon — a five-ingredient side that comes together in fifteen minutes and tastes far more special than it should.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
- 2 cans butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Melt Butter: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Add Beans: Stir in the butter beans, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until heated through.
Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve warm.