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Mashed Potato Squash Recipe
Discover the magic of mashed potato squash, a low-carb alternative that tastes just like creamy mashed potatoes.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 3
Calories: 158 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 mashed potato squash
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ¼ cup milk
Instructions
- Slice the squash in half.
- Scoop out the seeds. Brush each half with the olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Bake in a 375 degree F oven for 45 minutes. Or air fry at 370 degrees F for 20 minutes. I usually put it cut side down in the oven and cut side up in the air fryer. But either way works!
- The squash is done when a fork goes in easily, and it starts to brown.
- Scrape out the squash and mash with the butter and milk. Taste it and add more salt and pepper if needed.
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Notes
- Mashed potato squash isn't going to be available in all grocery stores. I have the best luck finding it at farm stands during the fall.
- Just like mashed potatoes, you can add some fun mix-ins. Try stirring in some grated Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh herbs, or even a spoonful of pesto for an extra burst of flavor. You could also add some crispy bacon bits or sautéed onions for a savory twist.
- If you are making this for a big dinner, you can roast and mash the squash ahead of time and reheat it in the microwave or on the stovetop.
- Mashed potato squash isn't going to be available in all grocery stores. I have the best luck finding it at farm stands during the fall.
- Just like mashed potatoes, you can add some fun mix-ins. Try stirring in some grated Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh herbs, or even a spoonful of pesto for an extra burst of flavor. You could also add some crispy bacon bits or sautéed onions for a savory twist.
- If you are making this for a big dinner, you can roast and mash the squash ahead of time and reheat it in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Nutrition Information
Calories
158kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
23g
(8%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Cholesterol
12mg
(4%)
Sodium
480mg
(20%)
Potassium
384mg
(11%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Vitamin A
538IU
(11%)
Vitamin C
7mg
(8%)
Calcium
102mg
(10%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 158
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 158kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 480mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 384mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 538IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 102mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.