KC Fresh Rx - Cooking Butternut Squash and Black Beans - Somali

black beans

🥗Healthier: cooked lentils

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Lentils provide protein and fiber while being lower in calories.

butternut squash

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: sweet potatoes

Zucchini is lower in calories and sweet potatoes are often cheaper.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, garlic, bell pepper, carrot, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in diced butternut squash, cumin, chili powder, and paprika; cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Pour in vegetable broth and canned tomatoes; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, until squash is tender.

Add black beans and lime juice; stir to combine and heat through for 5 minutes.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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