Chili Lima Beans With Fresh Dill

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Hearty, spiced lima bean stew brightened with aromatic fresh dill and warm cumin
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This comforting chili-style dish transforms humble dried lima beans into a rich, satisfying meal. The beans are slow-cooked with fragrant cumin, onion, and garlic, creating a deep savory base. A blend of tomato and coconut adds body and subtle sweetness, while a pinch of cayenne provides a gentle kick. The star of the show is the fresh dill, which is stirred in at the end to provide a bright, herbal contrast to the earthy beans. It’s a perfect vegan main for a cozy weeknight dinner, offering a rustic texture and complex flavor profile that pairs beautifully with crusty bread or rice. Simple ingredients come together to create a dish that feels both nourishing and sophisticated.

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Chili Lima Beans With Fresh Dill

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 34.4

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This comforting chili-style dish transforms humble dried lima beans into a rich, satisfying meal. The beans are slow-cooked with fragrant cumin, onion, and garlic, creating a deep savory base. A blend of tomato and coconut adds body and subtle sweetness, while a pinch of cayenne provides a gentle kick. The star of the show is the fresh dill, which is stirred in at the end to provide a bright, herbal contrast to the earthy beans. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect vegan main for a cozy weeknight dinner, offering a rustic texture and complex flavor profile that pairs beautifully with crusty bread or rice. Simple ingredients come together to create a dish that feels both nourishing and sophisticated.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Rinse the dried lima beans thoroughly and soak them in plenty of water for at least 6 hours or overnight to soften.
  2. Drain and rinse the soaked beans, then set them aside.
  3. Heat the light vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the cumin seeds, chopped onion, and peeled garlic cloves to the hot oil.
  5. Sauté, stirring frequently, until the onions begin to brown and become fragrant, about 4 minutes.
  6. Transfer the cooked onion mixture to a blender.
  7. Add a quarter cup of water to the blender and blend until the mixture is completely smooth.
  8. Combine the drained lima beans, the blended onion mixture, and the remaining water in a heavy 2-quart saucepan.
  9. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
  10. Cover the saucepan and simmer gently until the beans are tender but still hold their shape, approximately 1 hour.
  11. Stir in the cayenne pepper, paprika, and salt, adjusting seasoning to taste.
  12. Remove from heat and garnish generously with chopped fresh dill before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 34.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.0g4%
Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 2.1mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 4.0g2%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g4%
Sugars 1.8g
Protein 0.7g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: lima beans, chili, dill, cumin, vegan, stew, comfort food, dried beans, onion, garlic, spicy, herbs, plant-based, hearty, slow cook, tomato, coconut, meal prep, dinner, budget-friendly
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