Description

Instant Pot Adzuki Bean & Butternut Squash Fiber-Stew is a hearty and nutritious dish that combines the earthy flavors of adzuki beans with the natural sweetness of butternut squash. This comforting stew provides a fiber-rich meal perfect for chilly evenings or impressing dinner guests. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy one-pot recipe that warms both body and soul.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup adzuki beans (soaked overnight)
1 medium butternut squash (cubed)
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 medium onion (finely chopped)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
2 medium carrots (diced)
1 tsp ground cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Set the Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode. Add olive oil, chopped onions, and minced garlic. Sauté until golden brown.
Stir in diced carrots and ground cumin, mixing well.
Add soaked adzuki beans and cubed butternut squash, stirring to combine.
Pour in the vegetable broth, ensuring it covers the ingredients without overflowing.
Seal the Instant Pot lid, select 'Manual' high pressure, and cook for 25 minutes.
Once cooking is complete, carefully release the pressure using the quick-release method. Serve warm with crusty bread or rice.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Pressure Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 250
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 12g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Substitute butternut squash with sweet potatoes or add leafy greens like spinach or kale for added nutrition. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.