Bean Bots (Bean Tater Tots)

Ingredients

• 2 can Butter beans (15 oz cans, drained and rinsed; also known as lima beans)
• 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast (also known as 'nooch')
• 3 tbsp Cornstarch (to help with crispiness and binding)
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 0.5 tsp Salt (or to taste)
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Olive oil (for drizzling or spraying before baking)

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Drain and rinse the butter beans thoroughly. Pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, mash the beans using a potato masher or fork until they reach a thick, slightly chunky paste consistency. Do not over-process into a smooth purée.

4. 4

   Add the nutritional yeast, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the mashed beans.

5. 5

   Mix the ingredients together until well combined and a moldable dough forms.

6. 6

   Scoop about one tablespoon of the mixture at a time and roll into small cylinders or 'tot' shapes.

7. 7

   Place the bean bots on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one.

8. 8

   Drizzle or spray the tops lightly with olive oil to ensure a crispy exterior.

9. 9

   Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.

10. 10

    Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

The creator mentions these are 'pillowy on the inside and crispy on the outside.' While the specific bean type wasn't explicitly named in the transcript, comments and visual cues identify them as butter beans (lima beans). Nutritional yeast (nooch) is a key flavor component for a savory, cheesy taste.

Nutrition per serving

• appetizer
• side dish
• vegan
• vegetarian
• gluten-free
• high-fiber
• healthy snack
• baked