Eat to Energise and Release Body Fat › Energise Recipe 55

Savoury Harissa Butter Beans

Prep 10 min · Cook 15 min · Serves 2

Ingredients

• 2 tsp avocado oil (optional)
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup chopped bell pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp harissa seasoning
• 2 tbsp vegetable broth or water
• 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
• 1 ½ cups butter beans, drained
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• Parsley or coriander, chopped (optional)
• 1/4 cup plain plant-based yogurt (optional)

Method

1. Sauté the onion and bell pepper in the oil over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes, until softening.
2. Stir in the garlic, tomato paste, harissa, and broth, then add the cherry tomatoes and simmer 8-10 minutes until they release their juices.
3. Fold in the butter beans and heat through, about 1 minute.
4. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and herbs.
5. Divide between bowls and top with a dollop of yogurt, if using. Serve with warm pita or whole-grain bread.

Highlights: 14g fibre, 4.9mg iron and 1,304mg potassium per serving.

Nutrition is per serving. The figures are estimates, so use them as a guide only.

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