Delicious butter bean stew is 'fuss-free' Veganuary recipe that takes just 25 minutes
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If you're trying to spice up your healthy eating goals this year, look no further. January is the perfect time to make any lifestyle changes you might have been putting off toward the end of last year. Many of us use the new year to make promises to ourselves to quit smoking, cut down on our alcohol consumption, or try to lose weight. This month also marks Veganuary, a time dedicated to trying vegan recipes and experimenting with plant-based cooking.
If you're challenging yourself to follow a vegan diet this month or simply aiming to cut out sugary and fatty foods, then we've got just the recipe for you. This creamy one-pot butter bean stew is going viral on TikTok as it's the perfect winter warmer - and it's so easy to customise to suit your tastes. What's more, it's ready in just 25 minutes.
Shared on TikTok by Yasmin, the dish is described as "the perfect fuss-free" dish you can whip up in under half an hour. She also said it's an "absolute staple" in her household since she first shared the recipe last year. The recipe uses cream cheese, but if you want to make it plant based, you can easily swap this for a vegan alternative.
To start, simply heat oil and garlic in a pan until the garlic is fragrant. Toss in the butter beans with their juices, and add tomatoes, dried basil, and salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer down for 10-15 minutes until the sauce has thickened and the tomatoes are soft.
Next, you'll want to toss in the cream cheese - or a vegan alternative - along with the chopped spinach. After giving it a good stir, squeeze over some lemon juice. Yasmin prefers to serve hers with fresh parsley and a dash of chilli oil for a bit of kick, but if you're not one for spice, feel free to skip this step.
