Lambs Quarter Quelites And Beans Recipe

Discover a delicious and nutritious recipe featuring foraged lambs quarters (quelites)! This hearty stew celebrates edible weeds, bringing a unique flavor to your table. Perfect for adventurous cooks and foragers, this recipe uses readily available ingredients to create a satisfying and flavorful meal. If you live in the Midwestern US, you might even find lambs quarters growing in your own backyard! Learn how to identify this versatile wild green, easily substituted for spinach. This recipe is a family favorite, passed down through generations – try it today!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 285.5 kcal
Protein 32g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lambs Quarter Quelites And Beans

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How to Make Lambs Quarter Quelites And Beans

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sliced leeks (and onion, if using). Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until leeks are softened and translucent.
  2. Stir in the cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
  3. Add the washed and chopped lambs quarters and the drained kidney beans. Pour in the vegetable broth.
  4. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the lambs quarters are tender and the flavors have melded.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or cumin to your preference.
  6. Serve hot. Garnish with a dollop of plain yogurt or a sprinkle of fresh herbs, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

3g

Carbs

16g