A low calorie and low carb alternative to french fries. These Butternut Squash Fries are a perfect way to get your fussy eaters eating more veg!
You know Autumn is here when the squash and pumpkin recipes start appearing all over the place.
As much as I love Butternut Squash I really can’t disassociate it with the winter months so I tend not to eat it during Spring and Summer.
But after months of cold salads I am ready to start tucking into my favourite squash again.
Why is Butternut Squash So Good For You?
Rich in vitaminsand fibre, Butternut Squash is an excellent choice of vegetable providing slow release energy for managed blood sugar regulation.
It is also high in antioxidants and has some incredible anti-inflammatory properties.
So It really does make a great alternative to regular chips or fries.
What Recipes Can I Make With Butternut Squash?
Soups, curries and casseroles are all great vehicles for Butternut Squash.
You can even use it as a base for this healthier !
And did you know that you can cook a whole squash in the slow cooker? Saves so much faffing about with the vegetable peeler and then trying to cut it into chunks!
But anyway, I am hoping to get my fussy eater into the habit of eating and used to the taste of this vegetable on its own. And what better way to do that than in the form of fries!
She loves regular french fries, so I’m hoping by making these fries resemble something she is already familiar with and likes, that it won’t be too much of a leap for her.
This recipe is super easy and you only need a handful of ingredients.
1 large squash
olive oil
sea salt
See the recipe card below for full instructions!
I’ve cut my squash into a normal french fry shape just for ease, but I think they would look great if you used a crinkle cutter if you have one!
How To Serve These Homemade Fries
These fries make a great healthy side dish for the whole family that you could serve alongside these Airfryer Chicken Nuggets or even these Baked Salmon Nuggets for a healthy take on fish and chip night!
Or you could even serve them up simply sprinkled with a bit of coarse salt alongside your favorite dipping sauce as a snack!
Next time I’m just serving for adults, I’d try really like to try it cooked with some fresh rosemary and then garnished with some of that fancy garlic sea salt!
I have to be honest and let you know that if you are expecting a crispy french fry then you are going to be a little disappointed.
These Butternut Squash Fries won’t crisp up like a normal potato fry but they are still a fantastic way of introducing new vegetables to fussy eaters in a recognisable form.
I need to come up with an airfryer butternut squash fries recipe I think!
That might just fix the crispiness issue! If you have tried making these in your airfryer, then do let me know how they turned out!
If you do try this recipe please do let me know what you think.
Butternut Squash: Butternut squash is a superb source of beta-carotene, vitamin C, and fiber, all of which can contribute to lower inflammation levels. Blend butternut squash into soups or roast it with a touch of cinnamon for a sweet and savory side dish.
One cup of cooked butternut squash has only 83 calories and provides 7 grams of filling fiber — making it an excellent choice to lose excess weight and body fat. It contains both insoluble and soluble fiber. Soluble fiber has been associated with fat loss and decreased appetite.
To begin with, the butternut squash beats the sweet potato with fewer calories, carbs and sugar per serving. Moreover, it is rich in calcium, magnesium, potassium, and vitamins B6 and E. On the other hand, the sweet potato, however, provides more fiber and protein.
Butternut squash contains a type of fiber that's not digestible. If you have diabetes, it can help keep your blood sugar from rising after eating. Butternut squash also has a low glycemic index, which means that its carbs are digested more slowly. This also helps keep blood sugar from rising.
Select butternut squash with a firm, hard rind and a smooth, buttery or beige color. Avoid squash with soft spots, pits, blemishes or mold, or squash with soft rinds, which aren't ripe.
Broccoli: Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, arugula and kale are rich in sulforaphane, an antioxidant that helps decrease inflammation. They also contain soluble fiber, which keeps digestion on track.
Butternut squash contains considerable amounts of fiber, which can help you keep a healthy weight and regulate bowel movements. It's known to help prevent colorectal cancer while the beta-carotene in butternut squash can also improve eye health.
Butternut squash is a healthful vegetable that can be added to diet plan for most healthy people. But being high in potassium content people with heart ailments and kidney problems should be cautious while consuming large amounts of butternut squash.
Summary. Butternut squash is a low-fat, lower-calorie source of carbohydrates with plenty of filling fiber. Butternut squash is an excellent source of vitamin A and C and contains thiamin, niacin, and folate.
Just like other squashes such as courgettes or pumpkins, dogs can eat butternut squash. In fact, butternut squash is one of the most nutritious and delicious fruits for dogs and it's perfectly safe for them to eat regularly.
According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Nutrient Database, one cup of cooked, cubed butternut squash, containing around 205 grams, contains: 82 calories. 1.8 grams (g) of protein.
Broccoli contains fiber and a nutrient called sulforaphane, which may help keep your blood sugar levels stable. Novella Lui, RD, M.H.Sc. Novella Lui, RD, M.H.Sc.
While the high beta-carotene content in squash can provide many benefits, studies also suggest that consuming too much of this compound can increase the risk of lung cancer. In addition, some types of prepared squash include high amounts of added sugar.
That's right, you can eat butternut squash raw (yep, we said it). Raw butternut squash is carrot-like and holds up well in crunchy salads and slaws. If opting for raw squash over cooked squash, start by peeling away the tough outer skin (FYI, you can eat the skin when it's cooked.
If you are on a low-carbohydrate diet, you may want to limit how often you eat butternut squash—but as far as high-carb veggies go, butternut squash is a good choice due to its low glycemic index.
Butternut squash offers nutritional values like vitamin A, potassium, and fiber. Health benefits of this winter squash include managing high blood pressure, preventing asthma, and promoting healthy skin and hair. Contrary to the name, winter squash is grown in the summer and harvested in the fall.
A lack of carotenoids in the diet is thought to promote inflammation. Good sources of carotenoids include apricots, carrots, pumpkin, sweet potato, spinach, kale, butternut squash, and collard greens.
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