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Lima beans and spinach

Recipe Information

Description:
Lima beans and spinach is a delicious African recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 10 minutes of prep time and about 20 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 30 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 7 (½ cup per serving) servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 7 (½ cup per serving)
Preparation Time 10 Minutes
Cook Time 20 Minutes
Total Time 30 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Beans; Spinach
Category Beans & Legumes; Vegetables
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish; Side Dish
Cuisine African; American
Cook Method Sautéing; Boiling
Diet

Ingredients

  • 2 cups frozen lima beans

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • 1 cup fennel, cut into 4-inch strips

  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped

  • 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth

  • 4 cups spinach leaves, washed

  • 1 tablespoon distilled vinegar

  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 tablespoon chives

Directions

  • Steam or boil the lima beans for about 10 minutes. Drain.

  • In a skillet over moderately high heat, sauté the onions and fennel in oil for about 3 minutes.

  • Add the lima beans and broth, cover, and cook for 2 minutes.

  • Stir in the spinach, cover, and cook for about 2 minutes or until the spinach is wilted.

  • Stir in the vinegar and black pepper. Cover and let stand for 30 seconds.

  • Sprinkle with chives and serve.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 93 cal

  • Total fat: 2g

  • Saturated fat: 0g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 84mg

  • Potassium: 452mg

  • Carbohydrate: 15g

  • Fiber: 6g

  • Protein: 5g