Lunch / Mediterranean-inspired

Garlic Butter Beans on Toast

Creamy butter beans with garlic, greens, and lemon over crisp toast.

8 min prep 12 min cook 2 servings Easy
Toast topped with creamy beans and greens

Ingredients

Metric

  • 1 can butter beans, drained
  • 4 slices bread
  • 2 garlic cloves, sliced
  • 100 g spinach
  • 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chilli flakes, optional

US

  • 1 can butter beans, drained
  • 4 slices bread
  • 2 garlic cloves, sliced
  • 3 cups spinach
  • 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chilli flakes, optional

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Method

  1. Toast bread until crisp.
  2. Warm oil and cook garlic gently.
  3. Add beans with a splash of water.
  4. Mash a few beans to make a creamy sauce.
  5. Fold in spinach until wilted.
  6. Spoon onto toast and finish with lemon.

Substitutions

Main ingredients

white beans, chickpeas, cooked lentils

Cooking fat

olive oil, butter, neutral oil

Fresh finish

lemon, vinegar, fresh herbs

Storage and Reheating

  • Refrigerate beans for up to 3 days; toast bread fresh.
  • Cool leftovers promptly and store them covered.
  • Reheat until piping hot before serving.

FAQ

Can I add cheese?

Yes. Feta or Parmesan works particularly well.

Can I make this ahead?

Yes. Prepare the cooked components ahead, then taste and refresh the seasoning before serving.