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A comforting and nutritious stew combining tender butternut squash and hearty kidney beans, simmered with aromatic spices for a flavorful meal
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 340
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium carrot, diced
  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 1 can kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 ounces
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped for garnish

Method
 

  1. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, minced garlic, and diced carrot. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
    Sauté Aromatics for Recipe Squash and Kidney Beans
  2. Add Squash and Spices: Incorporate the cubed butternut squash into the pot. Sprinkle with ground cumin, paprika, ground coriander, cayenne pepper (if using), dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to evenly coat the squash with spices.
    Adding Squash and Spices to the Recipe
  3. Combine Beans and Tomatoes: Add the drained and rinsed kidney beans and diced tomatoes (with their juice) to the pot. Stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
    Mixing Beans and Tomatoes in Recipe Squash and Kidney Beans
  4. Simmer the Stew: Pour in the vegetable broth, ensuring that the ingredients are submerged. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the stew simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the butternut squash is tender.
    Simmering the Recipe Squash and Kidney Beans Stew
  5. Finish with Lime Juice: Once the squash is tender, stir in the lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
    Finishing Recipe Squash and Kidney Beans with Lime Juice
  6. Serve: Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro or parsley. Serve hot.
    Serving the Delicious Recipe Squash and Kidney Beans

Notes

For added depth of flavor, consider roasting the butternut squash cubes before adding them to the stew.
This stew pairs well with crusty bread or over a bed of rice.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.