Maple Roasted Butternut Squash and Beets
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4.5
Maple Roasted Butternut Squash and Beets
Description
Maple Roasted Butternut Squash and Beets starts by peeling and cubing the vegetables before tossing them with grapeseed oil, kosher salt, ground cinnamon, and pure maple syrup to enhance natural sweetness. Spreading the cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet allows even roasting at 400°F for about 40–50 minutes with a stir at halfway point to brown uniformly.
After roasting, putting the pan under the broiler for several minutes crisps the edges for added texture. Topping with dried oregano and bright orange zest introduces aromatic herbal and citrus notes. Toasted walnuts and pistachios provide crunch and a nutty flavor complementing the sweetness and earthiness of the vegetables.
This dish can serve as a warm side or part of a vegetarian meal, with the layers of sweetness, spice, acidity and crunch offering a complex profile. It brings seasonal root vegetables to life with balanced seasoning.
The notes mention adding more maple syrup if you desire increased sweetness, allowing customization based on preference.
Ingredients
- 1 butternut squash peeled, seeded and chopped, medium
- 1 beet peeled and chopped, large, red
- 3 tablespoons grapeseed oil or olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt to taste
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup to taste, pure
For Serving:
- orange optional, zest of 1
- oregano dried
- walnuts toasted
- pistachio
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Peel and chop the butternut squash and the beet into ½” cubes.
- Place them in a mixing bowl and add oil, salt, cinnamon, and maple syrup. Toss well using your hands and make sure the veggies are all evenly coated.
- Lay the vegetables out on a large (or two smaller) baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast vegetables for 40 to 50 minutes, stirring once half-way through roasting.
- Place oven on the broil setting for 3 to 5 minutes in order to crisp up the veggies.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with dried oregano, orange zest, and additional salt if desired.
- Serve with toasted walnuts and pistachios.
Notes
- Add extra maple syrup if you prefer a sweeter flavor to the roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4to 6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 189 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1of 6 | |
| Calories | 189kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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