STEAMED BUTTERNUT SQUASH NOODLES

Name: STEAMED BUTTERNUT SQUASH NOODLES
Ingredients: 1 large butternut squash (about 4½ pounds), yields about 6cups noodles; 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley; 2 garlic cloves, finely grated; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

3 steps

This simple preparation of butternut squash gives you a fun way to enjoy this healing fruit that might be new to you—as noodles! Whether you serve them with simple additions and let their flavor speak for itself, or you top your noodles with a fresh tomato salsa, they are delicious and a delight to eat.

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 08:49:28 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Great

Glycemic Index

High

Glycemic Load

119

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories619.1 kcal (31%)

Total Fat1.5 g (2%)

Carbs160.6 g (62%)

Sugars30 g (33%)

Protein14.1 g (28%)

Sodium59.2 mg (3%)

Fiber27.3 g (98%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

1 servings

1butternut squash

large, yields about 6cups noodles

2 tablespoonsparsley

finely chopped

2garlic cloves

finely grated

2 teaspoonsfresh lemon juice

Instructions

Step 1

To prepare the noodles, chop off the top stem and the bulbous end of the squash, leaving just the straight part in the middle, which doesn’t usually contain seeds. Peel off the skin using a sharp knife or vegetable peeler and chop the squash section into quarters, so it’s easier to handle. Spiralize the squash to create thick noodles.

Step 2

Add 3 inches of water to a medium-sized pot, bring it to a boil, and add a steaming basket. Place the butternut squash noodles in the basket, cover, and steam for 3 to 5 minutes until tender. Do not overcook, as they get soft very quickly.

Step 3

Place in a bowl and add the parsley, garlic, and lemon juice. Mix well and serve immediately.