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Butternut Squash
Butternut squash is a winter squash with sweet, orange flesh and a smooth texture when cooked. Peeled butternut squash is commonly roasted, steamed, pureed, or added to soups and stews.
Beneficial properties
high in vitamin A
source of fiber
contains antioxidants
low in fat
hydrating
Nutritional highlights
Butternut squash is especially rich in beta-carotene (vitamin A precursor) and also provides vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, and dietary fiber.
Conditions it helps with
Blurry Vision & Night Blindness
Includes: Weakened Vision and Night Blindness
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Chronic Inflammation
Includes: Inflammation
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Constipation
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High Blood Pressure
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High Blood Pressure
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Immune System (general)
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Recipes featuring Butternut Squash
Butternut & Sweet Potato Soup
375 min
Dinner
Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Lentil Curry
495 min
Dinner
Butternut Squash Sage Pasta
45 min
Dinner
Butternut Squash Soup and Salad
40 min
Lunch
Fall Harvest Bowl
50 min
Lunch
Squash Mac & "Cheez"
30 min
Lunch
Spicy Tomato Sushi Rolls
120 min
Lunch
Butternut Squash Risotto
60 min
Dinner
Butternut Bisque with Parsley Pistou
35 min
Dinner
Winter Vegetable Risotto
80 min
Dinner
Spicy Stir-Fry Tacos
90 min
Dinner
Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup
20 min
Dinner
Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta
20 min
Dinner