Lemony Butter Bean & Roasted Artichoke Salad with Fresh Parsley Gremolata

This vibrant salad combines creamy butter beans and roasted artichoke hearts with a zesty lemon dressing, topped with a fresh parsley gremolata. It's a quick, protein-packed meal perfect for lunch or dinner, made entirely on the stovetop in just 25 minutes.

⏱️ 25 minutes
👥 4 servings
🔥 325 calories
Lemony Butter Bean & Roasted Artichoke Salad with Fresh Parsley Gremolata
Ingredients
  • 2 cups canned butter beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1.5 cups jarred roasted artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
  • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 0.5 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced
  • 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 0.75 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
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Instructions

1

Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the butter beans and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden and warmed through.

⏱️ 6 minutes 🌡️ Medium-high
2

Add the roasted artichoke hearts and sliced red onion to the skillet. Sprinkle with 0.5 tsp salt and 0.25 tsp black pepper. Sauté until the onion softens and artichokes are heated.

⏱️ 4 minutes 🌡️ Medium
3

While the beans and artichokes cook, make the gremolata: In a small bowl, combine parsley, lemon zest, garlic, 1 tbsp olive oil, and remaining salt and pepper.

⏱️ 3 minutes
4

Remove the skillet from heat. Drizzle lemon juice over the warm mixture, toss well, and transfer to a serving bowl.

⏱️ 1 minute
5

Top with the fresh parsley gremolata and sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

⏱️ 1 minute
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Nutrition Information

325
Calories
13g
Protein
37g
Carbs
13g
Fat

Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, but you'll need to soak and fully cook them in advance, which will add significant time to the recipe.

It's delicious both ways, but serving it slightly warm enhances the flavors and texture.

It pairs well with crusty bread or as a side to grilled chicken or fish.

Yes, prepare the salad up to a day ahead and store in the fridge; add the gremolata just before serving for freshness.

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