Balanced Puerto Rican Kidney Bean and Vegetable Stew v2 balance

A nutritious and flavorful Puerto Rican stew featuring kidney beans and vegetables.

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sofrito, diced onions, red and green bell peppers, and carrots. Sauté until the onions are translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the butternut squash and zucchini, cooking for about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the sazon, adobo seasoning, and tomato sauce to the pot, stirring well.

Step 5

Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat and let simmer for 20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 7

Add the kidney beans, olives, and spinach, then simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.