Three Sisters Squash

The name ‘Three Sisters’ refers to the traditional Native American agricultural practice of planting corn, beans, and squash together, as they support and benefit from each other’s growth.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Three Sisters Squash

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: American, Native American Courses: Lunch, Main Dish, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Butternut Squash
• 1 cup Corn
• 1 cup Black Beans
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 2 tablespoon Cilantro
• 4 wedge Lime

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the butternut squash in half lengthwise and remove the seeds. Place the squash halves on a baking sheet, cut side down, and roast for 30 minutes or until tender.
2. While the squash is roasting, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened.
3. Add the corn, black beans, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Once the squash is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly. Scoop out the flesh and add it to the skillet with the other ingredients. Stir well to combine.
5. Cook the mixture for an additional 5 minutes, or until heated through.
6. Serve the Three Sisters Squash topped with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 8g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.