Butternut Squash-and-Pecan Crostini

Gluten Free
Health score
14%
Butternut Squash-and-Pecan Crostini
45 min.
10
364kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Butternut Squash-and-Pecan Crostini, a gluten-free appetizer that is sure to impress your guests! Perfect for any occasion, whether it's a cozy gathering or a festive celebration, this dish combines the natural sweetness of roasted butternut squash with the rich, nutty crunch of toasted pecans. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, making it an ideal starter or snack.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe serves up to 10 people, making it a fantastic choice for entertaining. The vibrant colors and inviting aroma will fill your kitchen, enticing everyone to gather around the table. With a hint of smoked paprika and a drizzle of apple cider vinegar, the squash mixture is both creamy and flavorful, perfectly complementing the crispy crostini base.

Top each crostini with shaved Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fresh sage leaves for an elegant touch that elevates this dish to gourmet status. Plus, with a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbohydrates, you can enjoy this delicious treat without any guilt. Whether you're serving it as an antipasti or a light snack, our Butternut Squash-and-Pecan Crostini is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon apple cider vinegar 
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • 1.5 lb butternut squash halved lengthwise seeded
  • 10 servings accompaniment: crostini 
  • 10 servings kosher salt and pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 10 servings parmesan cheese shaved
  • 0.3 cup pecans toasted chopped
  • 10 servings garnish: sage leaves fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika smoked

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 42
  2. Place squash, flesh side up, in a 13- x 9-inch baking dish; drizzle with oil, and sprinkle with paprika and desired amount of salt and pepper. Turn squash, and place, flesh side down, in baking dish. Cover with heavy-duty aluminum foil.
  3. Bake 30 to 40 minutes or until tender. Cool in pan on a wire rack 5 minutes. Peel squash, and cut into large pieces.
  4. Pulse squash, vinegar, and butter in a food processor 7 or 8 times or until smooth.
  5. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Spread 1 tsp. squash mixture onto each Crostini. Top each with a few pieces of shaved Parmesan and about 1/4 tsp. pecans.
  7. Make-Ahead Tip: Chill squash mixture up to 2 days. Microwave, stirring every 30 seconds, until hot.

Nutrition Facts

Calories364kcal
Protein19.35%
Fat36.87%
Carbs43.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.58
Glycemic Load
21.41
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
19.866956399835%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.27mg
Delphinidin
0.18mg
Catechin
0.18mg
Epigallocatechin
0.14mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:364.23kcal
18.21%
Fat:15.04g
23.13%
Saturated Fat:7.08g
44.22%
Carbohydrates:40.18g
13.39%
Net Carbohydrates:37.17g
13.52%
Sugar:4.85g
5.39%
Cholesterol:26.42mg
8.81%
Sodium:896.99mg
39%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.76g
35.51%
Vitamin A:7587.99IU
151.76%
Calcium:458.45mg
45.85%
Vitamin B1:0.47mg
31.28%
Phosphorus:299.51mg
29.95%
Manganese:0.57mg
28.57%
Selenium:18.23µg
26.05%
Folate:89.64µg
22.41%
Vitamin B3:3.84mg
19.22%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
19.08%
Vitamin C:14.32mg
17.35%
Iron:3.04mg
16.88%
Copper:0.29mg
14.54%
Magnesium:56.47mg
14.12%
Fiber:3.01g
12.02%
Vitamin E:1.56mg
10.42%
Zinc:1.55mg
10.36%
Potassium:361.44mg
10.33%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.32%
Vitamin B5:0.68mg
6.78%
Vitamin B12:0.36µg
6.08%
Vitamin K:4.55µg
4.33%
Source:My Recipes