Butternut Squash with Pecans and Blue Cheese
Elevate your dinner table with this stunning Butternut Squash with Pecans and Blue Cheese recipe—an irresistible balance of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors. Roasted golden butternut squash forms the perfect base, enhanced by the crunch of toasted pecans and the bold creaminess of crumbled blue cheese. A drizzle of honey provides a touch of sweetness, while an optional sprinkle of fresh rosemary adds a fragrant, herbaceous finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy yet elegant dish is perfect as a holiday side or a weeknight standout. Packed with wholesome ingredients and bursting with flavor, this recipe is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium butternut squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups pecans
- 0.25 cups blue cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Peel the butternut squash, slice it in half, and scoop out the seeds. Cut the flesh into 1-inch cubes.
In a large bowl, toss the squash cubes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Spread the seasoned squash cubes on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
Roast the squash in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the edges are golden and the squash is tender.
While the squash is roasting, toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Set aside to cool.
Remove the roasted squash from the oven and transfer it to a serving dish.
Sprinkle the toasted pecans and crumbled blue cheese over the warm squash.
Drizzle the honey over the top and sprinkle with fresh rosemary, if desired, for an extra burst of flavor.
Serve immediately as a side dish or light appetizer, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
877 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.1 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.1 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 45 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 1994 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.9 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.2 g | ||
| Protein | 17.6 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 360 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 380 mg | 8% | |
*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.
