Paleo Butternut Squash Puree
Indulge in the creamy, naturally sweet flavors of this Paleo Butternut Squash Puree, a clean and wholesome side dish perfect for cozy dinners and holiday feasts. Made with roasted butternut squash and enriched with full-fat coconut milk, this recipe boasts a velvety texture while staying entirely dairy-free. A touch of warm spices—nutmeg, cinnamon, and a hint of pure vanilla extract—adds a fragrant depth that pairs beautifully with the squash's earthiness. Brushed with coconut oil and roasted until caramelized, this dish elevates simple ingredients into a decadent, nutrient-packed puree that’s perfect for the paleo diet and beyond. Ready in just over an hour and serving four, it’s the ideal balance of comfort food and health-conscious eating. Serve it as a standalone side or as a versatile base for savory pairings—this recipe is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium butternut squash
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 0.5 cup coconut milk (full-fat)
- 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
Cut the butternut squash in half lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds with a spoon.
Place the squash halves cut-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Melt 2 tablespoons of coconut oil and brush it generously over the flesh of the squash.
Roast the squash in the preheated oven for about 40 to 45 minutes, or until the flesh is very tender when pierced with a fork.
Remove the squash from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Once cool enough to handle, scoop the flesh out with a spoon into a food processor or blender.
Add the coconut milk, nutmeg, cinnamon, sea salt, black pepper, and pure vanilla extract to the squash.
Blend the mixture until it is smooth and creamy. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the container to ensure even blending.
Taste the puree and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot as a side dish, or use as a base for a main meal. Enjoy your Paleo Butternut Squash Puree!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
206 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.2 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.2 g | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 254 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.7 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 86 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 615 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
