Description
Tender, garlicky lima beans with a bright herb-infused olive oil sauce make for a vibrant and healthy side dish. Perfect for Mediterranean-inspired meals and packed with plant-based protein.
Ingredients
1 pound dried lima beans, sorted and rinsed
4 garlic cloves, minced (or 1 tsp granulated garlic)
2 tablespoons olive oil (light or extra virgin)
1 handful fresh parsley, finely chopped (or substitute cilantro or dill)
1 tsp sea salt, adjust to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon lemon juice, optional for brightness
Instructions
Rinse lima beans in cold water, sorting to remove debris
Boil 3 cups water per 1 cup dried beans and add 1 tsp salt
Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes until tender but firm
Drain and return to pot while still warm
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering
Add minced garlic; sauté for 30 seconds while stirring
Stir in parsley, salt, and cracked black pepper
Cook mixture for 1 minute without browning garlic
Add the cooked lima beans to the skillet and stir to coat with the garlic-herb oil
Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the beans are evenly heated
Add lemon juice, if using, and serve immediately
Notes
Soak beans overnight if you want to reduce cooking time by about 10 minutes.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Trending
- Method: Sautéing and boiling
- Cuisine: Contemporary Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
