Simply Delightful and Easy Lima Beans
Elevate your side dish game with this Simply Delightful and Easy Lima Beans recipe! Perfectly tender lima beans are simmered to perfection and then coated in a luscious garlic-butter sauce infused with dried thyme for an aromatic boost. With just seven simple ingredients and only 25 minutes of total time, this quick and easy dish is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness, making this vibrant recipe as beautiful as it is delicious. Whether you're looking for a nutritious vegan-friendly option or a classic comfort food side, these buttery lima beans are sure to become a dinner table favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen lima beans
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 unit garlic clove, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Add 4 cups of water to a medium-sized pot and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once the water is boiling, add the frozen lima beans and reduce the heat to medium. Let them simmer for 12-15 minutes or until they are tender but not mushy.
While the lima beans are simmering, melt the butter in a small skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to avoid burning. The garlic should become fragrant but not browned.
Stir in the dried thyme, salt, and black pepper into the garlic-butter mixture. Remove from the heat and set aside.
Once the lima beans are cooked, drain them in a colander and return them to the pot.
Pour the garlic-butter mixture over the drained lima beans. Toss gently to ensure all the beans are coated evenly.
Transfer the lima beans to a serving bowl and garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your Simply Delightful and Easy Lima Beans!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
613 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.1 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1249 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.2 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.1 g | ||
| Protein | 24.7 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 202 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2010 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
