Sweet Potato And Acorn Squash Mash

Published on Mar 06, 2014

  by   Kristina Stosek

7 reviews

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 60 minutes Serves: 4
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Sweet Potato and Acorn Squash Mash is a healthier and more delicious veggie side to mashed potatoes. The creamy texture and rich flavour of this mash will complement a healthy meal.

This simple veggie side is made with sweet potato, acorn squash, maple syrup, coconut oil and spices. There is nothing complicated about this vegetarian recipe, and the flavour and texture are superior to mashed potatoes.

In this sweet potato and acorn squash mash, the flavour comes from fresh ginger, a pinch of nutmeg, and the veggies’ sweetness. The ginger and nutmeg are a perfect blend to flavour this creamy vegetarian mash.

a healthy sweet potato acorn mash side with your main,

 

sweet potato and acorn squash mash in a bowl

 

I promise this creamy, mildly flavoured, healthy veggie side will not disappoint. The best part, this mash is super simple to prepare and is naturally gluten-free.

Some other healthy vegetarian sides you may enjoy are the Hearty Cabbage with Collard Greens RecipeRustic Roasted Fennel Recipe, or Swiss Chard and Potatoes.

 

What are sweet potatoes?

 

2 raw sweet potatoes

 

Sweet potatoes are tuberous roots growing under the soil, very different in texture and flavour from potatoes. 

This root vegetable comes in various colours and sizes, including orange, purple and white. They are sweet, starchy root vegetables rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants.

Sweet potatoes, when cooked, have a mellow, starchy flavour that is mildly sweet. Not to mention, they provide several health benefits.

What can I substitute for sweet potato?

Some other high-starch vegetables similar to sweet potatoes include yams, cassava, pumpkin, and winter squashes.

 

What is acorn squash?

 

whole acorn squash

 

Although considered a winter squash, the acorn squash is from the same family as summer squash, including zucchini. This vegetable has a mild buttery flavour similar to butternut squash.

What can I substitute for acorn squash?

If acorn squash is not available, you can use any other type of winter squash such as butternut, hubbard, or pumpkin squash.

Adding sweet potatoes and acorn squash to a well-balanced diet will add powerful antioxidants and healthy nutrients to everyday meals. Enjoy!

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Kristina

Dina, absolutely, you can freeze it up to two months.

Dina DOliveira

Thank you for the recipe. Sounds absolutely yummy. Would one be able to freeze any extra?

Kristina

sorry Patrick, 375 F I updated the recipe details. Thank you for asking

PATRICK l ROBERTSON

What temperature for one hour?

Kristina

thank you!

Sharron

Very nice blend of flavours.

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