Butternut Squash Paleo 'Porridge'

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This recipe was made with the paleo 'diet' in mind. It's gluten-free, dairy-free, and has no added sugar. I needed an alternative to other paleo breakfasts since I also cannot have eggs. This is the result. Those with fewer restrictions might enjoy stirring in a bit of maple syrup, adding brown sugar, or topping with granola for extra crunch.

Submitted by zbritalia
Updated on December 4, 2024
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
50 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
3
Yield:
3 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 3 servings

  • 1 butternut squash, halved and seeded

  • water as needed

  • ¼ cup coconut milk, or to taste

  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  2. Place butternut squash halves, cut-side up, in a baking dish; fill dish with 1/4 inch of water.

  3. Bake in the preheated oven until softened, 50 to 60 minutes. Cool squash.

  4. Scoop squash flesh into a bowl and mash with a fork or potato masher until smooth. Stir coconut milk and cinnamon into squash; top with walnuts.

Cook's Notes:

If desired, smear open side of butternut squash with butter or ghee before baking. Butternut squash can also be cooked in the microwave.

More coconut milk may be needed depending on the size of the squash.

Nutmeg may also be a complementary spice with the cinnamon.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

242 Calories
6g Fat
50g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 3
Calories 242
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 8%
Saturated Fat 4g 19%
Sodium 22mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 50g 18%
Dietary Fiber 9g 32%
Total Sugars 9g
Protein 5g 10%
Vitamin C 88mg 97%
Calcium 212mg 16%
Iron 4mg 20%
Potassium 1521mg 32%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.