


It also adds the most beautiful colour.Ĭhilli powder – for a kick of heat. Turmeric – for its anti-inflammatory benefits + antioxidants.
LIMA BEAN RECIPES VEGETARIAN FULL
Lemon juice – I love sour foods, so I had to add a squeeze of lemon!Ĭream – I usually use oat cream or full fat coconut milk to add some creaminess, richness as well as cut through the acidity of the lemon and tomatoes. They also cook really quickly making them great to use in speedy dishes like this one. Plum baby tomatoes – to add a bit of sweetness and acidity. They also have a mild flavour, so work well in a lot of dishes. They’re so satisfying and have the loveliest soft & creamy texture. Check the label for preparation instructions.īutter beans – they’re fast becoming my favourite type of bean. You may need to press yours for 30 minutes depending on the brand you purchase. I also prefer to get brands that don’t require pressing to save time. I find it a lot more satisfying to eat compared to softer tofu. Tofu – firm tofu works best as it has a chewier texture and more bite. What you need to make this butter bean tofu stew: It’s a classic and one I would never tire of eating. It’s the salad I grew up eating in Iraq – you would find it on the table of every household on the side of almost every single meal. I also made a simple side salad – my go to with tomatoes, cucumber and onions with a simple lemon juice & olive oil dressing. There’s also a bit of sweetness from the tomatoes and heat from the chilli. The flavours gel so well together – the creaminess of the oat cream cuts through the sourness of the lemon and tomatoes so well. There’s a lot of texture from the creamy butter beans and chunky tofu bites. It’s ready within 30 minutes and tastes amazing! This creamy butter bean tofu stew is a great recipe to have under your belt for a speedy midweek meal. Tofu is one of the easiest ways to bump up the protein content of a meal. Beans are a good source of protein, but you would need to eat a lot of them to get enough protein, which isn’t easy as they’re also high in fibre and can be difficult to digest for some. I always make a conscious effort to make sure my meals contain 20-30g protein to make sure I meet my daily requirements. One of the problems with vegan/vegetarian dishes can easily be lacking in protein. A delicious creamy dish that’s ready to enjoy in 30 minutes! This butter bean tofu stew is packed with a whopping 32g protein and 10g fibre per serving! It’s also super easy to make with easy to find ingredients.
