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Instant Pot Mashed Butternut Squash

Instant Pot Mashed Butternut Squash is a vibrant, colorful, healthy side dish.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 84 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 large butternut squash peeled, deseed, chopped and cut into 2-inch cubes
  • 1 cup (250ml) water
  • salt to taste
  • fresh chopped herbs for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Wash, peel, deseed and cube the butternut squash.
  2. Add 1 cup of water and the butternut squash into the Instant Pot, making sure it does not pass the fill line.
  3. Cover your Instant Pot and set the valve to the SEALING position.
  4. Select the Pressure Cook or Manual button (dependent upon IP model), select high pressure and set the timer to 12 minutes.
  5. Cook till done, then perform a complete quick pressure release.
  6. Carefully remove the butternut squash from the Instant Pot and let it drain thoroughly.
  7. Place squash into a bowl and add salt to taste before mashing.
  8. Serve Instant Pot Mashed Butternut Squash warm and topped with herbs of your choice.

Notes

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  • I prefer to cook the butternut squash directly in the insert to avoid washing up, but feel free to place on a trivet if you prefer.
  • One serving  contains 0 (zero!) Freestyle SmartPoints.
  • I prefer to cook the butternut squash directly in the insert to avoid washing up, but feel free to place on a trivet if you prefer.
  • If you'd like, add some seasoning to the butternut squash in the instant pot before pressure cooking.
  • Butternut squash mash can be a little bit watery. To reduce this, mash it, make a hole in the middle and then let it stand. The excess water will form in the middle and you can use paper towels to soak it up.

Nutrition Information

Calories 84kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 22g (7%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 11mg (0%) Potassium 660mg (19%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 19931IU (399%) Vitamin C 39mg (43%) Calcium 90mg (9%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 84

% Daily Value*

Calories 84kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 22g 7%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 11mg 0%
Potassium 660mg 14%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 19931IU 399%
Vitamin C 39mg 43%
Calcium 90mg 9%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.