Minty-Green Lima Bean Puree

Minty-Green Lima Bean Puree
Minty-Green Lima Bean Puree requires approximately 20 minutes from start to finish. This recipe serves 6. One serving contains 264 calories, 10g of protein, and 14g of fat. This recipe covers 12% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. A mixture of slivered almonds, chicken stock, lima beans, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so delicious. 1 person found this recipe to be yummy and satisfying. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and vegetarian diet. It works well as an inexpensive side dish.

Instructions

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Special equipment: Food processor or blender
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In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the almonds until lightly golden.
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Remove the almonds from the pan and set aside.
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Return the skillet medium heat and warm the butter with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
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Add the onion and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Add the lima beans, salt and chicken stock. Bring to a simmer, and cook until the lima beans are heated through and tender, about 5 minutes.
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Carefully transfer the mixture to a food processor.
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Add the mint and puree until a smooth, even consistency is reached. Season with salt, if needed.
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Transfer the puree to a serving bowl and serve garnished with a drizzle of the remaining olive oil, black pepper, to taste, and the toasted almonds.
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DifficultyNormal
Ready In20 m.
Servings6
Health Score21
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