Best 7 Mixed Beans With Lime Butter Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to discover the vibrant flavors of mixed beans with lime butter, a delectable dish that combines the hearty goodness of beans with the tangy zest of lime and the rich creaminess of butter. This article will guide you through the process of creating this flavorful and satisfying meal, providing step-by-step instructions, ingredient suggestions, and helpful tips to ensure a perfect cooking experience. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking to expand your culinary repertoire, this article will equip you with the knowledge and inspiration to create a dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

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MIXED BEANS WITH LIME BUTTER



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Lois Fetting of Nelson, Wisconsin suggests this simple yet delicious way to showcase beans. "It is best with beans fresh from your garden or the farmer's market," she hints.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound each fresh green and wax beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons snipped fresh dill
2 teaspoons lime juice
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place beans in saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. , Melt butter in a skillet; add the dill, lime juice and zest, salt, pepper and beans. Stir to coat and cook until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 359mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

MIXED BEANS AND MORE



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A main dish of beans, meat, and salsa that can cook all day and keep you warm all evening. You can use any combination of lima, black, pinto, kidney, or butter beans.

Provided by NRath

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Pork Chili Recipes

Time 16h45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ cups dried black beans, rinsed
1 ½ cups dried pinto beans, rinsed
1 ½ cups dried kidney beans, rinsed
1 pound andouille sausage, chopped
1 pound lean ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves cloves garlic, minced
1 cup corn
¾ cup salsa
¾ cup tomato-based chili sauce
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 cup water
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place black beans, pinto beans, and kidney beans in a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let stand for at least 12 hours. Bring beans and water to a boil in a large pot; cook until beans are tender and heated through, 30 minutes. Remove pot from heat to cool and drain beans.
  • Cook and stir sausage, beef, onion, bell pepper, and garlic in a large skillet over medium-high heat until meat is browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain and discard fat.
  • Stir beans, sausage mixture, corn, salsa, chili sauce, vinegar, and water together in a slow cooker.
  • Cook on High for at least 4 hours, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and ground black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 573.8 calories, Carbohydrate 65.6 g, Cholesterol 56.1 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 14.6 g, Protein 34.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 843.4 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

STEAMED VEGETABLES WITH CHILE-LIME BUTTER



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Kids of all ages will gobble up their veggies when topped with a citrus-pepper butter.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 small clove garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon grated lime peel
1 teaspoon finely chopped serrano or jalapeño chile
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
3 cups cut-up fresh vegetables, such as broccoli florets, cauliflower florets and/or sliced carrots

Steps:

  • In 1-quart saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add garlic; cook and stir about 20 seconds. Add lime peel, chile, salt and lime juice; mix well. Set aside.
  • In 4-quart saucepan, place steamer basket. Add 1 cup water; heat to boiling.
  • Add cut-up vegetables to basket; cover and cook 4 to 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • To serve, place vegetables in serving bowl. Add butter mixture; toss gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 240 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

GREEN BEANS AND CORN WITH LIME BUTTER



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Lime butter is guaranteed to bring a pop of bright flavor to any dish, and it works especially well with Steamers green beans and corn.

Provided by By Inspired Taste

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons butter
1 bag (12 oz) frozen cut green beans, thawed
1 bag (12 oz) frozen corn, thawed
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons grated lime peel
Juice of 1 lime

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add green beans, corn and salt. Cook 5 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are thoroughly heated.
  • Stir in lime peel and juice. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.0, Carbohydrate 17.0 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 199.9 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

MIXED BEANS WITH PEANUTS, GINGER, AND LIME



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This is a high-summer throw together of a sauté to make when there are lots of snap beans at the market. Mix colors and types for the full effect.

Provided by Yotam Ottolenghi

Categories     Ginger     Side     Kid-Friendly     Lime     Peanut     Summer     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Vegan     Sugar Snap Pea     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield 6 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds mixed snap beans (such as green, wax, haricots verts, and/or Romano), trimmed
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/2 large shallot, finely chopped
1 (1" piece) ginger, peeled, finely grated
1 lemongrass stalk, tough outer layers removed, finely grated on a Microplane
2 garlic cloves, finely grated
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
Freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup salted, roasted peanuts
3 makrut lime leaves, finely chopped
1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/3 cup (packed) cilantro leaves with tender stems, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Working in batches by type, cook beans in a large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, 1-4 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a large bowl of ice water; let cool. Drain and pat dry.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a small skillet over medium and cook shallot, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 3 minutes. Add ginger, lemongrass, garlic, and coriander and cook, stirring, until very fragrant, about 1 minute. Transfer to a large bowl; season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in same skillet over medium-high. Cook peanuts, tossing often, until golden brown and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Transfer to paper towels; let cool, then coarsely chop. Set aside 1 tablespoon peanuts for serving.
  • Whisk makrut lime leaves, lime zest, lime juice, sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and remaining 3 tablespoons oil into shallot mixture. Add beans, remaining peanuts, and 1/3 cup cilantro and toss to coat; season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with more cilantro and reserved peanuts.

BLACK BEANS WITH LIME



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This side dish cooks up in just 10 minutes; a little chili powder gives the beans a spicy kick.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Cuisine-Inspired Recipes     Mexican-Inspired Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 scallions, white and green parts separated, thinly sliced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 cans (19 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium. Add white part of scallions, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  • Add beans, chili powder, and 1/4 cup water. Cook until warmed through, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in lime juice; season with salt and pepper. Serve garnished with green part of scallions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 9 g

MARINATED MIXED BEANS



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Coating the herbs in oil and soaking the shallot in vinegar prevents oxidation, so you can keep these beans for days.

Provided by Amiel Stanek

Categories     Bon Appétit     Side     Lunch     Bean     Herb     Quick and Healthy     Quick & Easy

Yield Makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 shallot, finely chopped
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/2 cup finely chopped tender herbs (such as mint, parsley, cilantro, chives, and/or dill)
1/3 cup olive oil
2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans, navy beans, black-eyed peas, or chickpeas, or a mix, rinsed
1 teaspoon Aleppo-style pepper or gochugaru (coarse Korean hot pepper flakes)
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Combine shallot and vinegar in a small bowl and let sit 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, mix herbs and oil in a large bowl to coat herbs. Add beans and red pepper and toss to combine. Season generously with salt.
  • Add shallot mixture to bean mixture and toss gently to combine.
  • Do Ahead
  • Beans can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
  • If you don't have fresh lime juice, you can substitute lemon juice.
  • Add a pinch of salt to the cooking water to help the beans retain their color.
  • Don't overcook the beans. They should be tender but still have a slight bite to them.
  • If you're using canned beans, be sure to rinse and drain them thoroughly before using.
  • To make a vegetarian version of this dish, omit the bacon.
  • Serve mixed beans with lime butter with your favorite side dishes, such as rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

Mixed beans with lime butter is a simple but flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover beans. The combination of beans, butter, lime, and garlic creates a delicious and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give mixed beans with lime butter a try.

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