Herby Garlich Squash and White Bean Smash
Herby Garlich Squash and White Bean Smash is a comforting, gourmet dish that combines creamy white beans with roasted butternut squash and fresh herbs. This delightful smash offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it an ideal choice for meal prep, entertaining, or a cozy dinner at home. Each bite delivers warmth and satisfaction, ensuring you and your loved ones will be coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cubed butternut squash (about one medium squash)
- 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium white beans, drained and rinsed
- 6 cloves fresh garlic
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or basil, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place cubed butternut squash on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- Wrap garlic cloves in aluminum foil; add to the oven for the last 15 minutes of roasting.
- In a mixing bowl, combine roasted squash, drained white beans, and squeezed roasted garlic.
- Add lemon juice, fresh herbs, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mash together until creamy but slightly chunky.
- Serve warm as a dip or cold in a salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize flavors with different herbs like cilantro or sage. For added nutrition, mix in sautéed greens such as spinach or kale. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.