Description
This vibrant Marinated Butter Beans salad combines buttery beans with tangy roasted vegetables, fresh herbs, and a spicy citrus marinade. Perfect as a refreshing side dish or a light, nutritious meal, it’s bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors and simple, wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
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Beans & Veggies
- 1 can (about 14 oz or 400 g) butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup (about 20) green olives, roughly chopped
- 1 jarred roasted red pepper, roughly chopped
- 6–7 jarred artichoke hearts, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh dill, minced and loosely packed
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, minced and loosely packed
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp kosher salt, plus more as needed
Spicy Marinade
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Drain and rinse the butter beans thoroughly. Thinly slice half of a small red onion, roughly chop the green olives, roasted red pepper, and halve the jarred artichoke hearts. Mince the fresh dill and parsley, and zest the lemon. Combine all these ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
- Make the Spicy Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and honey or maple syrup until well combined. Add the finely minced garlic, red pepper flakes, cumin, and cayenne pepper to the marinade and stir well to incorporate all spices evenly.
- Combine Beans and Marinade: Pour the spicy marinade over the mixed vegetables and butter beans in the bowl. Add 1 teaspoon of kosher salt and toss everything gently but thoroughly to ensure the beans and vegetables are evenly coated with the flavorful marinade.
- Marinate: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld beautifully. For best results, let it sit for up to 3 hours to deepen the taste.
- Serve and Adjust Seasoning: Before serving, taste the marinated beans and adjust salt or spice level as desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature as a delicious side dish or light salad.
Notes
- For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Marinating overnight enhances the flavor intensity.
- This dish can be served chilled or at room temperature depending on preference.
- Pair with crusty bread or as a topping on greens for a fuller meal.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keywords: butter beans, marinated beans, Mediterranean salad, healthy side dish, no-cook recipe, vegan marinade option