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White Bean Butternut Squash Mash

This creamy Butternut Squash Mash is a delicious alternative to mashed potatoes. The naturally sweet flavor of the squash pairs beautifully with savory white beans. It's the perfect pop of color on your Thanksgiving plate, but also quick and easy enough for any weeknight!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Sides
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 196kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cubed butternut squash peeled and seeds removed
  • 1 sweet onion sliced or chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) white beans rinsed and drained (or 1 ⅕ cups cooked white beans)
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper or to taste

Instructions

  • In a pot over medium-high heat on the stove, place the cubed squash, sweet onion, garlic, vegetable stock, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer about 15 to 20 minutes until very tender. Drain.
  • Add the white beans.
  • Using an immersion blender, purée until completely smooth. Alternately, you can transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor to purée.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot.

Notes

~ To save time, use pre-chopped butternut squash from the produce or freezer section of your grocery store.
~ Drain all of the liquid for a thicker mash. Drain most, but not all, if you like a thinner mash.
~ Use an immersion blender to purée the mixture until smooth. Alternately, you can transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor. A potato masher won't work well for this as it won't break down the onions well.

Storage/Freezing
This butternut squash mash will keep in an air-tight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.
You can also freeze it. In a freezer safe container or plastic bag it will keep well for up to 3 months.
To reheat, thaw in the fridge overnight and warm in the microwave (in a microwave safe dish) for a couple minutes. You can also gently reheat in a pot on the stove top over medium-low heat.

Nutrition

Calories: 196kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1069mg | Potassium: 802mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 12350IU | Vitamin C: 77.6mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 2.7mg