Runner bean recipes

Put a late-summer glut to good use with one of our delicious runner bean recipes.

Make runner beans the star of delicious salads and side dishes. Runner beans are seriously versatile: grill on the barbecue, simmer with spices to make aromatic chutneys, add to a traditional paella, stir-fry or steam and serve with chicken or seafood.

Take a look through our runner bean recipes for more inspiration…

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Runner bean, tomato and tamarind curry

August seasonal recipes

Runner bean, tomato and tamarind curry

Tangy with tamarind, this nourishing curry showcases in-season runner beans with a fresh tomato sauce. Perfect if you’re growing both...

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Runner bean pasta salad

Butter bean recipes

Runner bean pasta salad

The perfect summer barbecue side, this zingy pasta salad contrasts the freshness of runner beans and soft creaminess of butter...

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Runner beans with pesto, roast cherry tomatoes and lemon ricotta

Italian starter recipes

Runner beans with pesto, roast cherry tomatoes and lemon ricotta

The colourful Italian combo of tomatoes, pesto and cheese is joined by a beautiful tangle of runner beans in this...

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Braised chicken with a runner bean fricassée

August seasonal recipes

Braised chicken with a runner bean fricassée

This is a simple and summery chicken dish which makes great use of seasonal produce (and plenty of garlic). Runner...

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Runner bean and apple chutney

Runner bean recipes

Runner bean and apple chutney

Transform a glut of late summer veg into Gill Meller’s runner bean and apple chutney. This tangy pickle will last...

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Avocado slaw with runner beans

Coleslaw recipes

Avocado slaw with runner beans

Creamy avocado slaw is the perfect side dish for BBQs, picnics and summer lunches. Pecans, spring onions and parsley add...

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Charred runner bean salad with mozzarella and salsa verde

15-minute meal recipes

Charred runner bean salad with mozzarella and salsa verde

Runner bean salad is the perfect quick and easy recipe for warm summer nights. Layer up charred runner beans, peas...

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Barbecued vegetables with tahini dressing

Alternative barbecue recipes

Barbecued vegetables with tahini dressing

Barbecue aubergine, peppers, courgettes, padron peppers and runner beans for an easy vegan feast. Serve the barbecued veg with a...

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Beans and greens on toast with chorizo and egg

Midweek meal recipes

Beans and greens on toast with chorizo and egg

Give beans on toast a smart upgrade with added greens and a spicy Spanish kick. Or go meat-free with fried...

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Crispy tacos with charred veg and refried beans

Friday night dinners

Crispy tacos with charred veg and refried beans

Crispy tortillas are topped with spicy refried beans, warm veg and gooey feta in this fantastic vegetarian dinner. Try swapping...

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Chicken paella with squid and beans

Paella recipes

Chicken paella with squid and beans

This much-loved Spanish dish is the ideal one-pan supper. Traditionally made for Sunday lunch, it’s cooked over an aromatic open...

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Runner bean spaghetti with salmon and capers

Spaghetti recipes

Runner bean spaghetti with salmon and capers

Runner bean spaghetti: salty capers and smoky salmon marry together perfectly in this light, low carb summer salad for four....

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Pan-fried mackerel with runner bean salad

Mackerel recipes

Pan-fried mackerel with runner bean salad

Don’t believe you can have a healthy, fresh and tasty meal on the table in just 15 minutes? Well you...

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Borlotti and runner beans with sage, tomato and garlic

Summer stew recipes and pot roasts

Borlotti and runner beans with sage, tomato and garlic

Completely vegetarian, completely gluten free, completely scrumptious – a great summery stew that you can make-ahead. Got a glut of...

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Smoked chicken and runner bean salad with salsa verde dressing

Chicken salad recipes

Smoked chicken and runner bean salad with salsa verde dressing

A healthy salad recipe packed full of fresh flavours. Beans, lemon, capers and fresh mint complement the smoked chicken. Check...

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Runner bean chutney

Chutney recipes

Runner bean chutney

This chutney, made with onions and runner beans, is a perfect accompaniment for cheese or cold roast meats.

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