Butternut Squash and Parmesan Pasta with Sage

Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Butternut Squash and Parmesan Pasta with Sage
45 min.
4
561kcal

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Butternut Squash and Parmesan Pasta with Sage, a dish that perfectly marries health and taste. This delightful recipe is not only very healthy, boasting a perfect health score of 100, but it also offers a rich, creamy texture that will leave your taste buds dancing. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for a quick lunch, a satisfying side dish, or a hearty main course.

The star of this dish is the butternut squash puree, which provides a naturally sweet and velvety base, complemented by the savory notes of garlic and onion. The addition of heavy cream or Greek yogurt adds a luxurious creaminess, while the grated Parmigiano Reggiano brings a nutty depth that elevates the entire dish. A hint of nutmeg and fresh sage infuse it with aromatic warmth, making it a perfect comfort food for any season.

Whether you’re looking to impress guests at a dinner party or simply want to treat yourself to a nourishing meal, this pasta dish is sure to satisfy. With 561 calories per serving and a balanced caloric breakdown of protein, fat, and carbs, you can enjoy every bite guilt-free. So grab your frying pan and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • cups butternut squash puree ( 1 large butternut squash)
  • cloves garlic chopped ()
  • 0.3 cup heavy cream (or Greek yogurt)
  • 0.1 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  •  onion diced ()
  • 0.5 cup parmigiano reggiano packed grated () (or pecorino, or gruyere, etc., )
  • tablespoon sage chopped ()
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • pound soup noodles whole wheat (I used )

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a pan.
  2. Add the onion and saute until tender, about 5-7 inutes.
  3. Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Add the butternut squash puree, cream, cheese, nutmeg, sage, salt and pepper and simmer for 5 minutes. (If it is too thick, add some water or milk. If it is too thin, let it simmer for a while to thicken.)
  5. Meanwhile cook the pasta as directed.

Nutrition Facts

Calories561kcal
Protein16.22%
Fat13.01%
Carbs70.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.5
Glycemic Load
0.83
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
37.363912982785%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
5.61mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:560.93kcal
28.05%
Fat:8.64g
13.29%
Saturated Fat:2.94g
18.38%
Carbohydrates:105.66g
35.22%
Net Carbohydrates:102.24g
37.18%
Sugar:4.79g
5.32%
Cholesterol:9.13mg
3.04%
Sodium:414.72mg
18.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.21g
48.42%
Vitamin A:14980.87IU
299.62%
Copper:5.18mg
259.23%
Manganese:3.96mg
198.14%
Selenium:87.88µg
125.55%
Magnesium:222.43mg
55.61%
Vitamin B1:0.72mg
48.09%
Phosphorus:453.47mg
45.35%
Vitamin C:31.9mg
38.67%
Vitamin B3:7.6mg
38%
Iron:5.48mg
30.45%
Calcium:293.58mg
29.36%
Folate:109.5µg
27.38%
Vitamin B6:0.54mg
26.98%
Potassium:818.58mg
23.39%
Zinc:3.4mg
22.68%
Vitamin B5:1.82mg
18.17%
Vitamin E:2.56mg
17.04%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.34%
Fiber:3.42g
13.68%
Vitamin B12:0.24µg
3.96%
Vitamin K:3.99µg
3.8%