Description
A wholesome, high-protein dish featuring tender butter beans coated in a smoky, nutty romesco sauce made with roasted red peppers, tomatoes, and toasted almonds — a satisfying and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Ingredients
Base:
2 cups dried butter beans, soaked overnight (or 2 cans cooked butter beans, drained and rinsed)
Romesco Sauce:
1 large red bell pepper, roasted
1 cup cherry tomatoes, roasted
1/2 cup toasted almonds (or hazelnuts/walnuts)
1/4 cup olive oil (or avocado oil)
2 tablespoons vinegar substitute (e.g., red wine or apple cider vinegar)
2 cloves garlic, minced (or garlic powder)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
Salt, to taste (sea salt recommended)
Black pepper, to taste
For Garnish:
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Soak dried butter beans overnight in plenty of water. Drain and rinse, then cook in boiling water for 45–60 minutes until tender. Alternatively, use canned butter beans and rinse well.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place red bell pepper and cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for 20–25 minutes until softened and caramelized.
- Transfer roasted vegetables to a food processor. Add toasted almonds, olive oil, vinegar, minced garlic, smoked paprika, and chili flakes. Blend until smooth, adding salt and pepper to taste. Adjust consistency with a splash of water or oil if needed.
- In a large bowl, toss the cooked butter beans with the romesco sauce until well coated.
- Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with chopped parsley and a drizzle of olive oil.
Notes
Add roasted poblano or chipotle for a smoky twist.
Top with crushed almonds or sunflower seeds for extra crunch.
Stir in sautéed spinach or kale for added greens.
Mix in tahini or Greek yogurt for a creamier texture.
Store in the fridge for up to 4 days; serve warm or chilled.
Freeze extra romesco sauce for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Blending and Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
