Na Me Inspired Roasted Squash Vegan Friendly
Elevate your plant-based dining with our Na Me Inspired Roasted Squash, a stunning vegan-friendly recipe that celebrates autumnal flavors and textures. Tender cubes of butternut squash are roasted to caramelized perfection with a blend of aromatic spices like cinnamon, smoked paprika, and garlic powder, then finished with a drizzle of maple syrup for a touch of natural sweetness. Fresh rosemary adds an herby flair, while vibrant pomegranate seeds and crunchy toasted pumpkin seeds create a delightful balance of color and texture. Ready in under an hour, this nutritious, crowd-pleasing side dish is perfect for holiday gatherings or as a cozy centerpiece to your weeknight meal. Vegan, gluten-free, and irresistibly delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized butternut squash
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon, finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds
- 0.25 cup pumpkin seeds (toasted)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Peel the butternut squash, cut it in half lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds. Slice the squash into roughly 1-inch cubes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, smoked paprika, garlic powder, chopped rosemary, sea salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until smooth.
Add the cubed squash to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with the spiced oil mixture.
Spread the squash cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure there’s space between the pieces for even roasting.
Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the squash is tender and starting to caramelize around the edges.
Remove the squash from the oven and transfer to a serving dish.
Garnish the roasted squash with pomegranate seeds and toasted pumpkin seeds for added texture and flavor.
Serve warm and enjoy this vibrant, vegan-friendly dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1258 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.4 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2392 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.7 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.5 g | 177% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.7 g | ||
| Protein | 21.2 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 604 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 4341 mg | 92% | |
*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.
