Smoky Butter Bean & Roasted Tomato Skillet with Fresh Basil Gremolata
This quick stovetop skillet features creamy butter beans and juicy cherry tomatoes, infused with smoky paprika and garlic, then finished with a vibrant fresh basil gremolata for a burst of flavor. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal in under 20 minutes.

- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 cups canned butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 0.75 tsp kosher salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh basil, finely chopped
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
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Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 2 minutes.
⏱️ 2 minutesStir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add cherry tomatoes and smoked paprika. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes are softened and slightly blistered, about 3 minutes.
⏱️ 3 minutesAdd butter beans, salt, and black pepper. Stir and cook until beans are heated through and flavors meld, about 3 minutes.
⏱️ 3 minutesMeanwhile, in a small bowl, mix together basil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and Parmesan (if using) to make the gremolata.
⏱️ 1 minuteRemove skillet from heat. Top with basil gremolata and serve immediately.
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Nutrition Information
Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.
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