Butternut, Kale, and Adzuki Bean Saute

Butternut squash's warm, rich texture paired with the firm, nutty adzuki bean makes this a hearty and delicious treat for the fall!  I love to eat this dish with Coconut Rice.  

Full recipe at the bottom.  ;)

Cinnamon and Shallots

Stir in Butternut Squash

Add Water and Cover

Beautiful Kale

Fragrant Parsley

Add in Greens

Add in Adzuki Beans

 Butternut, Kale, and Adzuki Bean Saute

1 cubed butternut squash (about 4-5 cups)

1 bunch chopped kale

2 c cooked adzuki beans

3-4 T chopped parsley

2 chopped shallots

1/4 c water

2 T olive oil (I used Orange olive oil)

1 tsp cinnamon

lemon or orange zest

salt and pepper

1. Heat the oil in a large skillet and saute the shallots until soft and fragrant-about 3 minutes.  

2. Add the cinnamon and stir among the shallots until coated.  

3. Add the cubed butternut squash and mix well with shallots and cinnamon.  

4. Add the water, cover, and cook until the squash is tender-about 15-20 minutes.

5. Gently stir in the kale and parsley and cook until soft-ish and the colors are vibrant.

6. Stir in the adzuki bean and cook until hot.
7. Season with salt and pepper 
8. Top with lemon or orange zest

Add Lemon or Orange Zest

I hope you like it!