Keto Savory Mashed Squash

Transform your side dish game with this Keto Savory Mashed Squash recipe, a creamy, low-carb delight that's bursting with flavor. This dish uses roasted butternut squash as its base, delivering natural sweetness balanced perfectly with savory garlic and onion powder. Enhanced with rich heavy cream, unsalted butter, and fragrant fresh thyme, this keto-friendly mash is irresistibly smooth and comforting. Ready in under an hour with simple ingredients, it’s a wholesome alternative to traditional mashed potatoes, perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday spreads. Serve it warm and let its velvety texture and aromatic seasoning elevate any meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium-sized butternut squash
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Peel the butternut squash and cut it into 1-inch cubes. Discard the seeds.

Step 3

Place the squash cubes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread them out evenly to ensure they roast properly.

Step 4

Roast the squash in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until tender and caramelized, turning them halfway through.

Step 5

Once the squash is roasted, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the roasted squash, unsalted butter, and heavy cream.

Step 7

Use a potato masher or an immersion blender to mash the squash until creamy and smooth.

Step 8

Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme leaves.

Step 9

Taste the mashed squash and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Serve the Keto Savory Mashed Squash warm, garnished with additional thyme leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(806.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	901.1

Total Fat 68.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 184mg	0%
Sodium 1239.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 76.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.7g	0%
Total Sugars 13.5g
Protein 7.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 313.8mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 2004.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.0%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 32.0%