Turmeric-Infused Green Bean and Lima Stew

This bright and flavorful stew is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The turmeric adds a warm, earthy flavor, while the black pepper and salt give it a bit of a kick. Serve it hot with a side of crusty bread.

This recipe was inspired by a trip I took to India a few years ago. I was there for a food festival, and I had the opportunity to try a variety of different dishes. One of my favorites was a green bean and lima bean stew that was flavored with turmeric and black pepper. I loved the combination of flavors, and I knew I had to recreate it when I got home. After a few tries, I came up with this recipe, which is a close approximation of the one I had in India. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
• 1 lb frozen lima beans
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp ground turmeric
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 4 cups vegetable broth

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the green beans, lima beans, turmeric, black pepper, and salt.
4. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
5. Add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the beans are tender.
7. Serve hot.

Why It Works

• The turmeric gives the stew a warm, earthy flavor.
• The black pepper and salt give the stew a bit of a kick.
• The vegetable broth adds depth of flavor to the stew.
• Simmering the stew for 20-25 minutes allows the flavors to meld and the beans to become tender.