Slow Cooked Squash and Pineapple

Transform your mealtime with this delightful Slow Cooked Squash and Pineapple, a vibrant blend of sweet and savory flavors that's perfect for any occasion. This slow cooker recipe combines tender, caramelized butternut squash with juicy pineapple chunks, all infused with the warm aromas of brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. A splash of fresh lime juice adds a zesty brightness, while a touch of butter enhances the dish's richness. Requiring just 20 minutes of prep and four hours of hands-free cooking, this recipe is perfect for busy days or effortless entertaining. Whether served as a comforting side dish or a unique main course, this irresistible pairing of seasonal squash and tropical pineapple is sure to impress at your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium-sized (about 2 lbs) butternut squash
• 1 medium-sized (about 3 cups diced) pineapple
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup water
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Directions

Step 1

Peel the butternut squash, remove the seeds, and dice it into bite-sized cubes (about 1-inch pieces).

Step 2

Remove the pineapple skin and core, then dice the flesh into bite-sized pieces (about the same size as the squash cubes).

Step 3

In the slow cooker, add the diced squash and pineapple.

Step 4

Sprinkle the mixture with brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.

Step 5

Dot the top with small pieces of the unsalted butter.

Step 6

Pour the water and lime juice evenly over the mixture.

Step 7

Mix gently to combine all ingredients and evenly coat the squash and pineapple with the spices.

Step 8

Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low heat for 4 hours, or until the squash is tender but not falling apart.

Step 9

Once done, give the mixture a final gentle stir and adjust seasoning with more salt or lime juice if desired.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy as a lightly sweetened main.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1515.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	833.2

Total Fat 25.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 638.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 164.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.7g	0%
Total Sugars 67.5g
Protein 11.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 477.9mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 3157.0mg	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: 24.9%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 70.3%