Butternut Squash Chilli With Quinoa
This hearty and flavorful vegan chili is a perfect meal for a cozy night in. Tender butternut squash and nutritious quinoa are cooked in a fragrant mix of spices, creating a satisfying and comforting dish. Topped with oven-roasted squash, this chili is a delicious and nutritious option for a meat-free dinner.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 large onion , finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves , crushed
- olive oil
- 1 tbsp mild chilli powder (Schwartz does a good one with added cumin, oregano and garlic)
- 1 butternut squash , about 1kg, peeled and cubed
- 100g quinoa , soaked in cold water for 10 minutes (available from health food shops and some supermarkets)
- 2 x 400g tins chopped tomatoes
- 400g tin red kidney beans
- a small bunch coriander , chopped
Instructions
- Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Put the squash in a roasting tin and toss with 1 tbsp of the oil and lots of ground black pepper. Bake for 15 mins. Take out of the oven and turn the slices, sprinkle with the chilli flakes and return to the oven for a further 15-20 mins or until tender and lightly browned.
- While the squash is roasting, heat the remaining oil in a large, wide-based non-stick saucepan pan or sauté pan. Add the onion and pepper to the pan and cook for 5 mins, stirring regularly until softened and lightly browned.
- Add the garlic and ginger and stir-fry together for 1 1/2 mins. Sprinkle over the cumin and coriander and fry for 30 secs, stirring. Stir in the quinoa, beans and sweetcorn. Pour over 600ml/1 pint just-boiled water, add 1/2tsp flaked sea salt and bring to the boil, adding a splash more water if needed.
- Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 12 mins, stirring regularly. Add the kale and continue cooking for a further 3 mins, or until the quinoa and vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Divide between two deep plates or bowls and top with the squash.
Yield
Serves 4
Nutrition
- Calories: 523 calories
- Fat Content: 16 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 1 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 72 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 24 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 11 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 17 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 1.2 milligram of sodium
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