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Summer Squash Puree recipe

Summer Squash Puree

This Summer Squash Puree is a delightful blend of fresh flavors and creamy texture that's perfect for warm weather. It's easy to make and compliments any meal!

Ratings 4.4 from 5 votes
Cooking Method
Cuisine , ,
Courses ,
Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Total Time: 25 mins
Servings 4
Estimated Cost $  5
Best Season Summer
Dietary Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Vegan
Description

This Summer Squash Puree is a delightful blend of fresh flavors and creamy texture that's perfect for warm weather. It's easy to make and compliments any meal!

Ingredients for Summer Squash Puree
    Main Ingredients
  • 1 unit ripe squash
  • 2 cups milk
  • 250 grams margarine
  • 1 unit chicken or beef broth cube
  • to taste unit garlic
  • to taste unit pepper
  • to taste unit salt
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • to garnish unit mint leaves
  • to garnish unit herb mix
Instructions
    Preparation Steps
  1. Make the Puree

    Peel the squash and cut it into large pieces. Cook in a small amount of water with a little salt until 'al dente'. Place the milk and squash in a blender and blend until it becomes a creamy mixture.

  2. Cook the Base

    Heat the margarine, fry the garlic and the broth cube without letting it darken. Add the cream and the flour dissolved in a little milk and let it cook for another 5 minutes.

  3. Serve

    Pour into a transparent dish and garnish with mint and herb mix. It can be served with fish, shrimp, stewed chicken, and meats.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 2191kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 218.2g336%
Saturated Fat 47.2g237%
Trans Fat 37.3g
Cholesterol 49mg17%
Sodium 2238.2mg94%
Potassium 1267.7mg37%
Total Carbohydrate 46.6g16%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g13%
Sugars 29.1g
Protein 20.4g41%
Vitamin A 246.16 IU
Vitamin C 35.72 mg
Calcium 609.05 mg
Iron 2.14 mg
Vitamin D 6.34 IU
Vitamin E 13.71 IU
Vitamin K 203.93 mcg
Thiamin 0.49 mg
Riboflavin 1.19 mg
Niacin 2.42 mg
Vitamin B6 0.69 mg
Folate 130.34 mcg
Vitamin B12 2.20 mcg
Phosphorus 526.13 mg
Magnesium 92.35 mg
Zinc 2.85 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Feel free to adjust seasoning to personal preference! This puree pairs well with various proteins.

Keywords: squash, puree, summer, creamy, side dish
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