Winter Squash Soufflé and Greens

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
30%
Winter Squash Soufflé and Greens
45 min.
6
163kcal

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Looking for a delicious and healthy side dish that will impress your guests? This Winter Squash Soufflé and Greens recipe is the perfect choice! With a delicate balance of creamy butternut squash, fresh Swiss chard, and savory fontina cheese, this dish offers a comforting yet light addition to any meal. Not only is it vegetarian, but it's also gluten-free, making it an excellent option for those with dietary restrictions.

What makes this soufflé so special is its versatility. The sweetness of the roasted squash blends harmoniously with the earthy greens, while the cheese adds a rich depth of flavor. The soufflé's airy texture, combined with the vibrant greens on the side, creates a wonderful contrast in both flavor and appearance. Plus, it’s easy to make in under an hour, making it a perfect addition to your weekly meal rotation or a standout side dish for your next dinner party.

Low in calories but high in taste, this dish is also packed with nutrients, offering a satisfying way to enjoy vegetables without sacrificing flavor. Whether you're serving it alongside a hearty main course or making it the star of your meal, this Winter Squash Soufflé and Greens will surely become a favorite in your culinary repertoire!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon butter 
  • 2.8 pounds butternut squash 
  • cups collard greens finely chopped
  • large eggs 
  • large egg whites 
  • 1.3 ounces fontina shredded
  • 0.5 cup milk 1% low-fat
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • quarts water 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 37
  2. Cut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds and membrane.
  3. Place squash halves, cut sides down, on a baking sheet; bake at 375 for 45 minutes or until tender. Cool. Peel squash. Mash pulp. Set aside 2 cups pulp, reserving remaining pulp for another use.
  4. Combine 2 cups squash pulp, milk, and next 4 ingredients (milk through egg white) in a food processor; process until smooth.
  5. Pour into a 1-quart souffl dish coated with cooking spray.
  6. Place souffl dish in a 9-inch square baking pan; add hot water to pan to a depth of 1 inch.
  7. Bake at 375 for 40 minutes or until puffy and set.
  8. While squash is baking, bring 2 quarts water and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil in an 8-quart stockpot or Dutch oven.
  9. Add Swiss chard; cover and cook 8 minutes.
  10. Drain well; toss with butter.
  11. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories163kcal
Protein16.63%
Fat20.68%
Carbs62.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.83
Glycemic Load
0.03
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
26.362608723018%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
4.2mg
Quercetin
1.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:162.63kcal
8.13%
Fat:4.12g
6.35%
Saturated Fat:2.08g
13%
Carbohydrates:28.12g
9.37%
Net Carbohydrates:22.05g
8.02%
Sugar:5.94g
6.6%
Cholesterol:41.08mg
13.69%
Sodium:407.32mg
17.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.46g
14.93%
Vitamin A:24670.41IU
493.41%
Vitamin K:212.31µg
202.2%
Vitamin C:60.6mg
73.46%
Manganese:0.74mg
37.05%
Folate:122.99µg
30.75%
Calcium:285.47mg
28.55%
Vitamin E:4.21mg
28.04%
Potassium:890.06mg
25.43%
Fiber:6.08g
24.31%
Magnesium:91.67mg
22.92%
Vitamin B6:0.43mg
21.54%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.66%
Vitamin B3:2.89mg
14.47%
Phosphorus:140.19mg
14.02%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.17%
Vitamin B5:1.2mg
11.97%
Copper:0.23mg
11.57%
Iron:1.85mg
10.27%
Selenium:6.66µg
9.51%
Zinc:0.86mg
5.73%
Vitamin B12:0.31µg
5.11%
Vitamin D:0.42µg
2.81%
Source:My Recipes