Name: Butter Bean Piccata
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American

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January 26, 2026

Butter Bean Piccata is one of those dishes that feels fancy but is secretly super simple. This vibrant vegetarian recipe features creamy butter beans nestled in a tangy, lemony piccata sauce with pops of briny capers. It's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, but its bright flavors and elegant presentation make it equally great for a special occasion meal.

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Butter Bean Piccata

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 2 other allergens identified

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Instructions

Heat 6 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and salt. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.

Add white wine and simmer for 3-4 minutes to reduce. Stir in butter beans (one can drained, one with liquid), capers, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Season with black pepper.

Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 18-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add water if sauce becomes too thick.

Serve garnished with parsley, a lemon slice and Parmesan cheese.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Caper Bloom Magic 💥
Rinse capers thoroughly before adding to remove excess salt, then slightly crush them to release their intense, briny flavor into the piccata sauce.
Bean Texture Perfection 🫘
Pat butter beans completely dry before sautéing to ensure they develop a beautiful golden exterior without becoming mushy.
Wine Reduction Technique 🍷
When adding white wine, let it reduce by half to concentrate flavors and burn off alcohol, creating a more refined sauce base.
Lemon Zest Boost 🍋
Add fresh lemon zest along with juice for a more complex, aromatic citrus profile that elevates the entire piccata sauce.
Herb Chopping Pro Tip 🌿
Chop parsley just before serving to maintain its bright green color and maximize its fresh, herbaceous flavor in the final dish.

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I'm Nora! Balancing Bowls is the product of a slightly chaotic life, a need to make and grow things, and a love of creative cooking. If you're here because you're trying to feed your family well without losing your mind, you're in the right place.