Sugar-Free Butter Beans in Tomato Sauce
Indulge in the comforting warmth of our Sugar-Free Butter Beans in Tomato Sauce, a wholesome and hearty dish that's as nourishing as it is delicious. This recipe features tender, creamy butter beans slow-simmered in a rich tomato sauce infused with fragrant garlic, onions, and a blend of dried herbs like oregano and basil. With no added sugar, the natural sweetness of ripe, crushed tomatoes shines through, perfectly complemented by the savory depth of vegetable broth. Ideal as a vegan main course or a versatile side dish, this recipe is perfect for meal prep or sharing with family. Serve it with a fresh salad, crusty bread, or as a satisfying accompaniment to roasted dishes for a truly soul-soothing meal. Simple, nutritious, and packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this dish will warm you up from the inside out.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 g dried butter beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 400 g canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 500 ml vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 bay leaf
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 liter water
Instructions
Rinse the dried butter beans thoroughly in cold water. Place them in a large bowl and cover with 1 liter of water. Let them soak overnight or for at least 8 hours.
Drain the soaked beans and set aside.
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and vegetable broth. Add the drained butter beans to the pot.
Season with dried oregano, dried basil, the bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours or until the beans are tender and the sauce has thickened.
Stir occasionally and add more broth or water if the sauce becomes too thick.
Once the beans are cooked, remove the bay leaf.
Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.
Garnish the butter beans with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve hot as a main dish or a side with your favorite roast or salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1445 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.8 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2954 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 226.5 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 56.2 g | 201% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.5 g | ||
| Protein | 71.9 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 530 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 25.6 mg | 142% | |
| Potassium | 6314 mg | 134% | |
*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.
