Description
Roasted butternut squash is a seasonal delight that captures the essence of fall with its sweet and savory flavors. This simple yet elegant dish features tender cubes of butternut squash roasted to perfection, then topped with creamy goat cheese and vibrant pomegranate seeds. It’s an ideal addition to holiday dinners or a cozy weeknight meal, bringing both nutrition and color to your table. The combination of warm spices and fresh herbs enhances its taste, making it a standout side dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (peeled and cubed)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 cup goat cheese (crumbled)
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, black pepper, cinnamon, garlic powder, and onion powder until evenly coated.
- Spread seasoned squash on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and lightly browned.
- Remove from the oven; top with crumbled goat cheese and pomegranate seeds.
- Garnish with fresh rosemary before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg