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Creamy Miso Butter Beans: A Quick Umami-Packed Delight Recipe

Name: Creamy Miso Butter Beans: A Quick Umami-Packed Delight Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Fusion (Japanese-inspired)
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons Olive Oil; 2 medium Shallots, sliced; 2 cloves Garlic, minced; 1 can Butter Beans, rinsed and drained; 1 cup Vegetable Stock; 2 tablespoons White Miso Paste; 1 cup Whole Cream or Coconut Cream; 4 cups Baby Spinach; 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice; 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill, chopped; Salt, to taste; Pepper, to taste; Red Pepper Flakes, to taste

Bylina moretti January 10, 2026January 10, 2026

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Introduction

Creamy Miso Butter Beans is a quick and flavorful dish that combines rich umami from miso with tender butter beans and fresh spinach. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for a wholesome weeknight dinner or a comforting lunch.

A deep pot with teal handles holds a creamy beige soup mixed with light-colored beans and green leafy vegetables concentrated mostly on the left side. A metal spoon with a wooden handle rests inside the pot on the right, partially submerged in the soup with some beans caught in it. To the top left of the pot, white bread pieces are scattered on a white wooden board. At the top right, a small white bowl is filled with grated cheese. The setting is on a smooth white marbled surface, and a dark green cloth is partially visible next to the pot. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 tablespoons Olive Oil
2 medium Shallots
2 cloves Garlic
1 can Butter Beans
1 cup Vegetable Stock
2 tablespoons White Miso Paste
1 cup Whole Cream or Coconut Cream
4 cups Baby Spinach
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
1 tablespoon Fresh Dill
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
Red Pepper Flakes, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 2: Add the sliced shallots and sauté for 3-5 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
Step 3: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
Step 4: Add the rinsed butter beans, vegetable stock, and white miso paste. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the miso fully dissolves and blends into the sauce.
Step 5: Pour in the whole cream or coconut cream and simmer gently for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 6: Stir in the baby spinach, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, then remove from heat as soon as the spinach wilts.
Step 7: Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice and garnish with fresh dill. Serve warm, optionally with crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.

Tips & Variations

For a dairy-free version, substitute whole cream with coconut cream.
If you don’t have shallots, yellow onions or leeks work well as substitutes.
Use cannellini beans instead of butter beans for a slightly different texture and flavor.
Adjust the red pepper flakes to suit your preferred spice level or omit them for a milder dish.
Fresh dill can be swapped with dried dill if fresh is unavailable; add it earlier in cooking to release more flavor.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat, adding a splash of vegetable stock or water if the sauce has thickened too much. Avoid boiling to maintain the creamy texture.

How to Serve

The image shows a deep white pot with teal handles containing a creamy, light beige soup filled with whole white beans and topped with wilted dark green leafy vegetables. A silver spoon rests inside the pot on the right side, scooping some beans and soup. To the upper left, there is a wooden board with slices of crusty bread, and to the upper right, a small white bowl filled with grated cheese. The pot and ingredients sit on a white marbled surface with a soft green cloth partially visible at the bottom right. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of beans?

Yes, cannellini beans are a great substitute and offer a similar creamy texture. Chickpeas or navy beans can also work, though the flavor will vary slightly.