Garbanzo W/ Butternut squash Recipe

 Garbanzo beans with butternut squash is a nutritious and comforting dish. Creamy chickpeas combine with sweet butternut squash, seasoned with warm spices, creating a delightful and wholesome meal. This hearty, well-balanced option is perfect for those seeking a satisfying and flavorful dining experience. 

 

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 small Spanish chorizos remove the casing and roughly chopped (optional)

3 garlic cloves crushed and chopped

1 small Spanish onion diced

2 Roma tomatoes diced

2 Tablespoons of chopped cilantro or parsley

2 15.5 oz cans of Garbanzo beans drained and rinsed

3 cups of chicken or vegetable broth

 

Directions

1 Tbsp of Cuban Beans Seasoning

1 cup of diced butternut squash (optional)

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium size pot over medium heat. 

2. Add chorizo and garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. 

3. Add the onions and cook until translucent, then add tomatoes and continue to cook until the tomatoes are a bit soft.

4. Add cilantro and garbanzo beans and stir to coat. Add chicken broth and Cuban Beans Seasoning. Bring to a boil. Add the butternut squash if using. Bring back to a boil if added. 

6. Lower heat to low, cover and cook for about 15 minutes or until butternut squash is soft. 

Serve over rice or just as a soup with some toasted bread 😋

Feeds 4-6 people