Name: High-Protein Romesco Butter Beans
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 jars roasted red bell peppers (or 2 fresh roasted red bell peppers); 3 garlic cloves, peeled; 20 g (0.7 oz) sun-dried tomatoes; 150 g (5 oz) extra firm tofu; 1 tsp smoked paprika; Pinch of sea salt flakes; ¼ tsp red chili flakes; 2 tbsp roasted almonds; 1½ tbsp lemon juice; 3 tbsp water; 2 tsp olive oil; 200 g cherry tomatoes; 3 cups (550 g) cooked butter beans; 2 tbsp roasted almonds, roughly chopped (for toppings); 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (for toppings); Lemon zest, to taste (for toppings)

Description

High-Protein Romesco Butter Beans combines Mediterranean flavors with hearty butter beans and tofu, delivering a protein-packed, nutritious meal that’s quick to prepare. The rich Romesco sauce adds bold, smoky flavors, making it a satisfying dish perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

2 jars roasted red bell peppers (or 2 fresh roasted red bell peppers)

3 garlic cloves, peeled

20 g (0.7 oz) sun-dried tomatoes

150 g (5 oz) extra firm tofu

1 tsp smoked paprika

Pinch of sea salt flakes

¼ tsp red chili flakes

2 tbsp roasted almonds

1½ tbsp lemon juice

3 tbsp water

2 tsp olive oil

200 g cherry tomatoes

3 cups (550 g) cooked butter beans

2 tbsp roasted almonds, roughly chopped (for toppings)

2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (for toppings)

Lemon zest, to taste (for toppings)

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Instructions

Make the Romesco Sauce: Blend roasted bell peppers, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, tofu, smoked paprika, salt, chili flakes, 2 tbsp roasted almonds, lemon juice, and water until smooth.
Cook the Cherry Tomatoes: Heat olive oil in a pan and cook the cherry tomatoes for 7 minutes until soft and juicy.
Combine the Beans and Romesco Sauce: Add cooked butter beans and Romesco sauce to the tomatoes. Stir and cook for another few minutes to heat through.
Serve and Garnish: Serve the dish topped with chopped almonds, fresh parsley, and lemon zest.

Notes

For more vegetables, add spinach, kale, or zucchini for extra texture and nutrition.

Adjust the chili flakes for your preferred spice level. You can also add fresh chili for more heat.

Add protein by incorporating cooked quinoa, lentils, or chickpeas into the dish.

If you’re not vegan, swap tofu with Greek yogurt or cream cheese for a creamy texture in the Romesco sauce.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 428
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 211mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: undefined
Trans Fat: undefined
Carbohydrates: 54g
Fiber: 17g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: undefined