Description
This comforting Black Bean Butternut Squash Stew is a wholesome, plant-based meal that feels like a warm hug. Combining protein-rich black beans with sweet, tender cubes of butternut squash in a creamy coconut-infused broth, this one-pot wonder is both nourishing and flavorful. Infused with aromatics like garlic and thyme, it is an ideal dish for busy weeknights, offering a perfect balance of texture and depth. Naturally gluten-free and vegan, it is a versatile staple that tastes even better as leftovers.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 medium red bell pepper, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 green onions, chopped
2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed well
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 cup coconut milk
1 cup vegetable broth
1/4 teaspoon allspice
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the onion and red bell pepper, sautéing until soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and green onions, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
Add the butternut squash cubes and stir to coat them in the aromatic base.
Pour in the vegetable broth and coconut milk, then add the Italian seasoning, allspice, and fresh thyme sprigs.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes until the squash is fork-tender.
Stir in the black beans and cook for another 5 minutes to heat through.
Season with salt and pepper to taste and remove the thyme sprigs before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. This stew develops more flavor the next day. You can add a squeeze of fresh lime juice right before serving to brighten the earthy flavors.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Contemporary
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 11g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg