Description
Slow-Cooked Courgettes & Creamy Butter Beans is a comforting dish that combines tender courgettes with velvety butter beans, creating a delightful meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying. This easy-to-make recipe fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas as it simmers away, perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. With its rich flavors and beautiful presentation, every spoonful is a warm embrace for your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium courgettes (zucchini), sliced into half-moons
- 1 can (15 oz) butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Chop the courgettes, dice the onion, and mince the garlic.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- In a slow cooker, combine sautéed onions and garlic with courgettes and butter beans. Pour in vegetable broth until just submerged.
- Season with salt, pepper, and thyme; stir gently to combine.
- Cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg