Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 2 cups fresh butter beans
  • 1/4 cup tightly packed fresh mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup tightly packed fresh flat leaf parsley
  • 2 tablespoons buttermilk or 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • salt and pepper

Method

  • Bring the water and 2 tsp salt to boil in a small saucepan over high heat. Add the beans and let boil until just tender, about 3 minutes. Drain in colander and rinse under cold water to cool. Shake colander to drain as much water as possible.
  • Place beans and all remaining ingredients in the bowl of a food processor and process to a smooth, thick puree. Between pulses, scrape the sides of the bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper and transfer to a small bowl or container. Cover tightly and store for up to 3 days.