Marry Me Sun-Dried Tomato & Butter Beans (Vegan & Gluten-Free) Recipe
These rich and creamy Marry Me Butter Beans combine sun-dried tomatoes, herbs, and coconut cream to create an easy, flavorful vegan and gluten-free dish perfect for a comforting vegetarian lunch or dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Vegetarian Lunch + Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
Ingredients
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 1 large shallot, peeled & finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes marinated in oil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
Pantry & Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons vegan butter
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon chili flakes
- 15 ounces canned butter beans (1 can, with liquid included)
- 2 tablespoons coconut cream
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- ½ tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep Aromatics: Finely dice the shallots, chop the sun-dried tomatoes, and mince the garlic. Use a garlic press if available for easier mincing.
- Melt Butter: Add vegan butter to a large pot and melt over medium heat until sizzling.
- Sauté Shallots & Garlic: Add the diced shallots and minced garlic to the melted butter. Stir and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
- Add Tomatoes & Spices: Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried thyme, and chili flakes. Sauté for another minute until well combined with the shallots and garlic.
- Add Beans & Cream: Pour in the canned butter beans along with their liquid (do not strain). Add the coconut cream, nutritional yeast, and lemon juice to the pot.
- Simmer: Stir everything and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes to reduce some of the liquid and allow the beans to cook through, thickening the sauce.
- Finish & Season: Once thickened, stir in the fresh chopped basil. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste.
- Serve: Serve the creamy butter beans warm, ideally with a big slice of toasted bread. Enjoy your hearty vegan meal!
Notes
- Use the liquid from the canned butter beans to enhance creaminess—do not drain the beans.
- Sun-dried tomatoes marinated in oil add extra flavor, but drain slightly if very oily.
- For a spicier dish, increase the chili flakes to your liking.
- Serve with crusty toasted bread or over cooked grains for a more filling meal.
- Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy, savory depth while keeping this dish vegan.
- Adjust salt and pepper at the end to suit your palate.