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Nut Free: Top the puree with toasted pumpkin seeds and sesame seeds.Non-Vegan: You can use butter, Parmesan cheese or creme fraiche, just as in traditional mashed potato recipes.
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This yellow squash mash is vegan, vegetarian, low carb, gluten free, dairy free, egg free and soy free. Add a salad such as kachumber or Moroccan carrot salad.Serve with pan seared fish, grilled lamb chops or roasted goose.Here are some suggestions to pair with this elegant puree.
Use that as a base and top it with a meat, chicken, fish, tofu or a dry beans/lentils dish that is not too saucy. Transfer a generous serving of the squash puree on a plate. Roasting yellow squash gives it a depth of flavor that is unbeatable.
Try using a mandolin slicer for thinly slicing shallot or onions. You can try sautéing as a quicker alternative. Steaming will not work as well because the squash is very watery. Roasting in the oven is the preferred method. Squeeze out the juices from the roasted yellow squash as well as possible, for a thicker consistency. Serve: Top the puree with shallots, nuts and spices. Shallots: Saute shallots in heated oil, until caramelized. Adjust seasonings and transfer to serving bowl Puree: Process squash with other ingredients until smooth. Prepare Squash: Peel away some of the skin, cut and squeeze out the juices. Bake: Brush with olive oil, prick with a fork and roast in oven. Zaatar and Sumac: You can get these at middle eastern stores or online.īrief overview below. Red Pepper Flakes: I prefer to use Aleppo red pepper, but regular red pepper flakes will work. Pine Nuts: This is optional, and you can also try sliced almonds instead. If using onions, make sure to slice them very thin. Shallots: These have the best texture for this recipe. Lemon Juice: Just squeeze some fresh juice. Garlic: Fresh garlic is great for optimal flavor. Olive oil: Good quality regular olive oil works fine. Best tahini comes from Palestine, Lebanon, Israel, etc., and I used Al-Wadi brand. Tahini: Buy a silky smooth tahini of pouring consistency. #YELLOW SQUASH RECIPES SKIN#
Avoid vegetables with wrinkled skin and soft spots.
Yellow Squash: Choose those that are firm and with a vibrant color. The elegant and comforting alternative to mashed potatoes. Topped with caramelized shallots, this quick and healthy meal is like a fine dining experience at a Mediterranean restaurant. It was the perfect side to my pan seared fish with tamarind sauce. #YELLOW SQUASH RECIPES FULL#
It is full of nutrient benefits and you can adjust the texture of the mash to your taste. You can really taste the yellow squash and the tahini adds the right amount of creaminess/richness. It tastes awesome, so smooth and velvety in texture. I was looking for a creamed or mashed squash recipe that would be a good substitute to traditional mashed potatoes.Īfter some experimentation, and inspiration from mama ganoush (a delicious Mediterranean squash mash), I made this yellow squash recipe. Light and healthy, this is made creamy with tahini and topped with caramelized shallots. This flavorful yellow squash puree is the perfect low-carb and vegan alternative to mashed potatoes.