Quick 10-Minute Kabocha Squash Salad
A tender salad of steamed kabocha squash tossed with corn, nuts, and mayonnaise dressing.
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This sweet salad combines finely mashed steamed kabocha squash with corn, raisins, and pumpkin seeds for a delightful texture. Tossed gently in a mayonnaise dressing, it makes a great meal replacement or hearty snack.
- Servings
- about 2–3 servings
- Cook time
- 10 minprep not included
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Spiciness
- Not spicy
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Kabocha squash1/4, 200 g (steamed)
- Corn3 tbsp
- Raisins2 tbsp
- Pumpkin seeds3 tbsp
Sauce
- Mayonnaise2 tbsp
- Sugar1 tsp
- Salta little
- You can use heavy cream instead of mayonnaise.
- You can also mix in steamed potatoes or sweet potatoes.
- Try using walnuts or sunflower seeds as well.
- Adding a lot of raisins makes it very sweet, so a small amount is plenty.
- Canned corn can also be used.
Steps
1. Clean out the inside seeds of the kabocha squash, peel the skin, cut it into thick pieces, and steam in a steamer.
Steam for over 10 minutes; poke with a chopstick, and if it goes in smoothly, it is fully cooked.
2. Mash the steamed kabocha squash until smooth.
(You can also mix in steamed potatoes or sweet potatoes.)
3. For texture, I prepared corn, raisins, and pumpkin seeds. (Try using walnuts or sunflower seeds as well.)
Adding a lot of raisins makes it very sweet, so a small amount is plenty.
I prepared home-boiled corn, but you can also use canned corn.
4. In a bowl, add the steamed kabocha squash, the ingredients from step 3, and the sauce, then toss together. Adding pickles or minced onion makes for a refreshing salad.
(If you dislike mayonnaise, you can simply mix in a little sugar and salt.)
Ppunwife's tips
- Try using this salad as a sandwich filling.
- Adding pickles or minced onion makes for a refreshing salad.
- If you dislike mayonnaise, you can simply mix in a little sugar and salt.
FAQ
How do I check if the kabocha squash is fully cooked?
After steaming for over 10 minutes in a steamer, poke it with a chopstick; if it goes in smoothly without resistance, it is properly cooked.
Can I use something else instead of mayonnaise?
You can add heavy cream instead of mayonnaise, or if you prefer, skip the sauce and mayonnaise and simply mix in sugar and a little salt for a lighter taste.
Is it okay to mix in other root vegetables besides kabocha squash?
It also goes wonderfully well mixed with steamed potatoes or steamed sweet potatoes along with the kabocha squash.
How can I enjoy the finished salad?
You can eat it as is for a snack or light meal, or enjoy it tucked between slices of bread as a sandwich filling.
