Braised Asparagus with Leeks and Butter Beans

Ingredients

• 1 leek
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound asparagus (ends trimmed and cut into 1 1/2- 2” pieces)
• 1 cup broth or stock (I used imitation chicken broth)
• Juice of 1 lemon (divided)
• 1 sprig fresh thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (plus more to taste)
• 1 tablespoon vegan butter
• 3 cups cooked butter beans* (about 2 cans, rinsed and drained)

Nutrition (per serving)