This delicious stew is loaded with garlic, which stimulates production of disease-fighting white blood cells. Jalapeño and bell pepper provide vitamin C, which improves white blood cell production and function. Besides being one of the easiest winter squashes to cut, delicata is full of beta-carotene, a powerful antioxidant. Top with grated cheddar cheese, if desired.
Immunity boosters: Garlic, jalapeño, red bell pepper, winter squash
Posole Verde with Delicata Squash and Beans
Ingredients
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 pound whole tomatillos husked and rinsed
- 5 cloves garlic divided
- 1 jalapeno pepper seeded and roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large white onion chopped
- 1 large red bell pepper seeded and chopped
- 1 teaspoon chili powder or to taste
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin or to taste
- 2 medium delicata squash - about 1 1/2 pounds total peeled, seeded and diced
- 3 cups cooked posole or two 15-ounce cans hominy drained
- 2 14.5-ounce cans pinto beans rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds ground, for garnish
- Lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, combine broth, tomatillos, 2 whole cloves garlic, and jalapeño; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are soft, 15–20 minutes. Remove from heat, cool slightly, and then transfer vegetables plus liquids to a blender or food processor. Add oregano and blend to liquefy (work in batches if necessary).
- Mince remaining 3 cloves garlic. In the same saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat and add minced garlic, onion, and bell pepper; cook until onion is translucent, 5 minutes. Add chili powder, cumin, squash, and tomatillo mixture. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cook for 20–25 minutes, or until squash is cooked through but not mushy.
- Stir in posole and beans and heat through, about 5 minutes. Divide stew into bowls and garnish with ground pumpkin seeds and lime wedges.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition Facts
Posole Verde with Delicata Squash and Beans
Amount Per Serving
Calories 296
Calories from Fat 108
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12g
18%
Saturated Fat 2g
10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g
Monounsaturated Fat 6g
Sodium 270mg
11%
Total Carbohydrates 41g
14%
Dietary Fiber 8g
32%
Protein 9g
18%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
PER SERVING: 296 cal, 12g fat (6g mono, 4g poly, 2g sat), 0mg chol, 9g protein, 41g carb, 8g fiber, 270mg sodium