Broccoli and Butter Bean Soup with Flaxseed

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Looking for protein without the fat? Well, butter (lima) beans are a wonderful source of protein – yes protein! And considering they are low in fat, butter beans are a super-healthy alternative to fatty meats that are actually high in cholesterol and saturated fat.

1 tablespoon coconut oil

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 small onion, diced

150g (3 cups) chopped broccoli

1 x 400g tin (1⅓ cups) butter (lima) beans, drained and rinsed

400ml (1¾ cups) vegetable stock

1 teaspoon paprika

1 tablespoon flaxseed (linseed), to garnish

Serves 2

Melt the coconut oil in a frying pan over a medium-high heat. Add the garlic, onion and broccoli and fry for 3–5 minutes until softened and browned.

Meanwhile, add the butter beans to a large saucepan along with the vegetable stock and simmer over a medium-high heat. After a few minutes, add the browned broccoli, onion and garlic and continue to simmer for 10 minutes.

Remove the pan from the heat, add the paprika and blitz with a stick blender. Serve in bowls and garnish with the flaxseed.