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Burst Tomato Basil Butter Beans

Bowl of burst tomato basil butter beans with spinach and onions, served with a slice of crusty bread.
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Burst Tomato Basil Butter Beans is a quick, healthy, and flavorful 30-minute vegan dinner combining juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy butter beans, fresh basil, and a velvety sauce made with vegan cream cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 10 ounces cherry or grape tomatoes
  • 1/2 teaspoon truffle salt or regular salt (plus more to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper (plus more to taste)
  • 1 medium shallot, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 15-ounce can butter beans (with liquid, do not drain)
  • 2 tablespoons vegan cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped

Instructions

  1. Finely dice the shallot, mince the garlic, and chop the basil.
  2. Heat olive oil in a wide, shallow pan over medium-high heat. Add tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5–8 minutes until tomatoes burst, pressing gently if needed to release juices.
  3. Reduce heat slightly. Add diced shallot and minced garlic. Sauté for 3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
  4. Add the can of butter beans, including liquid. Stir and bring to a simmer for 5 minutes to allow beans to absorb flavor and sauce to thicken slightly.
  5. Stir in vegan cream cheese until fully incorporated, creating a creamy sauce.
  6. Remove from heat and fold in chopped fresh basil. Serve warm with bread, pasta, or rice.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, omit cream cheese or use unsweetened yogurt.
  • To prevent overcooking tomatoes, use high heat briefly then reduce once they split.
  • Dried beans can be used if soaked and cooked beforehand; replace can liquid with vegetable broth.
  • Fresh oregano, thyme, or parsley can be substituted for basil.
  • To increase protein, add chickpeas, tofu, or tempeh.

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