Lemon Coconut Cleanser

Ingredients and Weight:

• Butternut squash: 1 pound (500 grams)
• Lemon juice: 1/2 cup (125 milliliters)
• Coconut milk: 1 cup (250 milliliters)
• Ginger: 1 tablespoon (15 grams), peeled and grated
• Honey: 1/4 cup (60 milliliters)
• Ground turmeric: 1/2 teaspoon (2 grams)
• Black pepper: 1/4 teaspoon (1 gram)
• Salt to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

10 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Peel and cube the butternut squash.
2. Place the squash, lemon juice, coconut milk, ginger, honey, turmeric, black pepper, and salt in a blender and blend until smooth.
3. Pour the mixture into a saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for 5-10 minutes, or until the squash is tender.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8th of the recipe):

• Calories: 150
• Fat: 5 grams
• Carbohydrates: 25 grams
• Protein: 3 grams
• Vitamin A: 60% of the RDI
• Vitamin C: 20% of the RDI
• Potassium: 10% of the RDI

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and refreshing
• Slightly sweet and tangy
• Warm and comforting

User Comments:

• "This cleanser is so delicious and invigorating. I love the combination of flavors."
• "I'm not a fan of squash, but this cleanser changed my mind. It's so smooth and creamy."
• "I drink this cleanser every morning and it makes me feel so good."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have a blender, you can use an immersion blender or a regular blender with a little extra coconut milk.
• This cleanser can be served warm or cold.
• Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.