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Lima Beans

Lima Beans

Lily Coleman
Even if you have never liked lima beans, these flavorful lemon-garlic lima beans are sure to change your mind.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Healthy
Servings 6
Calories 326 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound dried lima beans
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
  • 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • Additional chopped fresh parsley

Instructions
 

  • Rinse and sort beans; soak according to package directions. Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid.
  • Place beans in a large saucepan; add bay leaves and water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until beans are tender, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours. Drain; discard bay leaves.
  • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 3-4 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add next 6 ingredients. Stir in drained beans and remaining 2 tablespoons oil; toss to combine. Sprinkle with additional parsley.