Waisteline Friendly Butternut Squash Souffle

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 3

Healthier version of Butternut Squash Souffle perfect for a waistline-friendly meal

Waisteline Friendly Butternut Squash Souffle

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hour 15 min

Ready In

1 hour 35 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

	2 small butternut squash , halved , lengthwise , seeded ( about 1 lb each )
	2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
	2 tablespoons skim milk
	2 1/2 tablespoons reduced-sugar orange marmalade
	2 egg whites
	2 teaspoons wheat germ , toasted

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

110

Sugar

10g

Fat

This Waisteline Friendly Butternut Squash Souffle is a perfect way to enjoy a classic French dish while keeping it healthy. This vegetarian recipe uses low-fat milk and is perfect as a side dish for a holiday meal, or simply as a healthy and delicious dinner. Butternut squash adds a unique flavor to the dish and is packed with nutritional benefits, making it an excellent choice for those looking to add more health to their diet. Light, fluffy, and flavorful, this souffle is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Follow the instructions carefully to achieve the perfect rise and enjoy this healthy yet indulgent treat!

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.	Place the squash halves cut-side down in a baking dish. Bake for 45 minutes, or until tender.
3.	Scoop out squash and place in a large bowl. Add orange juice, milk and marmalade. Using an immersion blender or food processor, blend the mixture.
4.	In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites and wheat germ into the squash mixture.
5.	Pour the mixture into a souffle dish.
6.	Bake for 30 minutes or until risen and golden brown.

PROS

This Butternut Squash Souffle is a healthier version as it uses skim milk instead of heavy cream.
It’s also waistline-friendly as it’s low in calories and fats.

This delicious dish is perfect for vegetarians or as a side dish for holiday meals.

CONS

This souffle may not be suitable for people with lactose intolerance as it contains milk.

It’s also a little time-consuming to prepare and requires a bit of skill to perfect the rise.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Butternut squash is a nutrition powerhouse with high levels of Vitamin A, Vitamin C and antioxidants that help reduce inflammation and lowers the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes and cancer.