Butternut Squash W Wilted Spinach and Blue Cheese

Elevate your next meal with this vibrant and flavor-packed recipe for Butternut Squash with Wilted Spinach and Blue Cheese. Perfect as a hearty side dish or a light vegetarian main, this dish combines the natural sweetness of roasted butternut squash with the earthy richness of wilted baby spinach. A hint of cinnamon adds warm complexity, while crumbled blue cheese and optional toasted walnuts provide a delightful contrast of creaminess and crunch. Ready in under an hour, this easy recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or holiday spreads. Packed with wholesome ingredients and bold flavors, it’s a must-try for fans of seasonal comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium-sized (about 1.5 pounds) butternut squash
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional)
• 6 cups baby spinach
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 0.5 cups (crumbled) blue cheese
• 0.25 cups walnuts (optional, toasted)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Peel the butternut squash, remove the seeds, and cut into 1-inch cubes.

Step 3

In a large bowl, toss the squash cubes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, black pepper, and cinnamon (if using) until evenly coated.

Step 4

Spread the squash evenly on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender.

Step 5

While the squash is roasting, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic to the hot skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 7

Gradually add the spinach to the skillet, stirring frequently, until it wilts down, about 3-4 minutes. Season lightly with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 8

Once the squash is done roasting, add it to the skillet with the spinach and gently toss to combine.

Step 9

Transfer the mixture to a serving platter and sprinkle with the crumbled blue cheese and toasted walnuts (if using).

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish or light vegetarian main. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1011.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1129.4

Total Fat 80.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g
Cholesterol 50.6mg	0%
Sodium 3303.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.8g	0%
Total Sugars 14.5g
Protein 29.7g	0%

Vitamin D 13.5IU	0%
Calcium 855.2mg	0%
Iron 11.5mg	0%
Potassium 2270.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.0%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 29.0%