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High Protein Pesto Butter Beans
3 steps
Prep:5minCook:10min
A quick 15-minute lunch with zesty lemon and creamy butter beans, packed with 35g of protein and 15g of fiber per serving. Enjoy with quinoa or toasted bread.
Updated at: Thu, 29 Feb 2024 01:03:42 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
29
Low
Glycemic Load
18
Moderate
Nutrition per serving
Calories550.8 kcal (28%)
Total Fat18 g (26%)
Carbs59.8 g (23%)
Sugars8.9 g (10%)
Protein43.3 g (87%)
Sodium665.1 mg (33%)
Fiber20.7 g (74%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
2 servings
Instructions
Step 1
Add all sauce ingredients to a blender and process until smooth. Prepare the leek and other ingredients.
Step 2
In a pot on medium heat, cook the olive oil and leek covered for 7 minutes, stirring regularly. Add the butter beans and sauce, season with salt & pepper, and cook for 5 minutes.
Step 3
Turn off the heat, add baby spinach, stir, and let sit covered for 2 minutes until the greens are just wilted. Top with pine nuts and chili flakes, add salt and pepper to taste, and enjoy!
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Makes leftovers