Puré de Calabaza

Puré de Calabaza is a creamy and flavorful vegan pumpkin puree that highlights the natural sweetness of the calabaza squash, enhanced with aromatic spices. This comforting dish is perfect as a main course or a side, bringing a taste of traditional Spanish cuisine to your table.

Ingredients

• Calabaza squash - 400 grams, peeled and diced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Vegetable broth - 400 ml
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent (about 5 minutes).
3. Stir in the diced calabaza squash, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper, cooking for another 5 minutes.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the calabaza is tender.
6. Using an immersion blender, puree the mixture until smooth (or transfer to a blender in batches).
7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
8. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 160
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C, promoting eye health and immune function.
• High in fiber, aiding digestion and helping to maintain a healthy weight.

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