6-Ingredient Butternut Squash Noodles
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6-Ingredient Butternut Squash Noodles
Description
The recipe begins by gently cooking chopped onions in extra virgin olive oil until translucent, then adding minced garlic briefly to release its aroma. Spiralized butternut squash noodles are added next, cooking over medium-high heat with occasional gentle turning to ensure even softening without overcooking. The timing varies based on the noodle thickness but generally takes 7 to 10 minutes as the squash reduces in volume and softens to a tender consistency.
Roughly chopped walnuts are stirred in near the end, providing a crunchy texture and rich flavor. Parmesan cheese is sprinkled on top once the noodles are plated, adding umami and a creamy finish. Optional Italian parsley adds a fresh herbal note if desired.
Seasoning with salt is recommended cautiously, starting mild and adjusting after adding Parmesan, which brings its own salty character. This dish serves well as a light main or side, highlighting the natural sweetness and texture of the squash enhanced by simple, complementary ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Carepelli brand
- 1 onion chopped, small
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 6 cups butternut squash from two 10-12 inch butternut squashes, spiralized noodles
- salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper ground
- ½ cup walnuts roughly chopped
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
- 2 tablespoons Italian parsley chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Heat Carepelli EVOO in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add in the onion and cook until translucent, 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for 30 seconds.
- Add in the butternut squash noodles and cook for 7-10 minutes (timing depends on the thickness of your noodles). I recommend using kitchen tongs to gently turn them as they cook. You will know that they are cooked when they soften and get smaller in volume.
- Add in the walnuts and give it a large gentle stir.
- To Serve: Divide the cooked noodles into bowls and sprinkle each bowl with parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley, if preferred.
Notes
- Start with a small amount of salt when cooking, then adjust after adding Parmesan cheese to avoid over-salting.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 320 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 320kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 202mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 871mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 22600IU | 452% |
| Vitamin C | 49mg | 54% |
| Calcium | 266mg | 27% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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