Roasted Butternut Squash with Spicy Onions

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Roasted Butternut Squash with Spicy Onions
45 min.
8
311kcal

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Indulge your senses with this delightful Roasted Butternut Squash with Spicy Onions—a recipe that encapsulates the essence of wholesome, vegetarian cooking. If you’re searching for a unique side dish that’s not only vibrant in color but also brimming with flavors, look no further! This dish is perfect for gatherings, impressive enough to steal the spotlight, yet simple to prepare, making it ideal for both novice and experienced cooks.

Butternut squash is the star of the show, with its natural sweetness and creamy texture harmonizing beautifully with the spicy, charred red onions. Each bite offers a perfect balance between the warmth of crushed red pepper flakes and the refreshing zest of lime, making it a mouthwatering addition to any meal. To elevate the experience, we’ve added an enticing blend of fresh herbs—parsley, mint, and marjoram—that infuse each serving with an aromatic burst of flavor.

This dish stands out not just for its deliciousness but also for its health benefits. With a remarkable health score of 100, it’s vegetarian, gluten-free, and packed with nutrients, making it an excellent choice for those aiming to eat healthier without sacrificing taste. Enjoy the crispy texture of roasted hazelnuts and the creamy tanginess of goat cheese, which enhance the dish’s overall depth.

Ready in just 45 minutes, Roasted Butternut Squash with Spicy Onions is the perfect accompaniment to any main course, and it’s sure to leave your guests asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • pounds butternut squash thick peeled seeded sliced
  • 0.5 cup parsley fresh chopped
  • tablespoons marjoram fresh chopped
  • 0.5 cup mint leaves fresh chopped
  • ounces goat cheese fresh crumbled
  • cup hazelnuts 
  • teaspoons honey 
  • servings pepper freshly ground
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime fresh
  • teaspoon lime zest finely grated
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • medium onion red sliced
  • teaspoon pepper red crushed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large skilletover medium-high heat. Cook onion, stirringoften, until lightly charred and softenedbut not falling apart, 5–7 minutes.
  2. Add redpepper flakes and toss to combine.
  3. Removepan from heat and mix in lime juice andhoney.
  4. Let cool, then mix in lime zest.
  5. DO AHEAD: Spicy onions can be made3 days ahead. Cover and chill.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F. Toasthazelnuts on a small rimmed baking sheet,stirring occasionally, until golden brown,6–8 minutes.
  7. Let cool; coarsely chop.
  8. Increase oven temperature to 400°F.Toss squash and 1/4 cup oil in a mediumbowl; season with salt and pepper.Divide between 2 rimmed baking sheets;reserve bowl. Roast, undisturbed, untiltender, 15–20 minutes.
  9. Return squash to bowl; add hazelnuts,parsley, mint, marjoram, and spicy onions,and toss to combine.
  10. Transfer squash mixture to a largeserving platter, crumble goat cheese over,and drizzle with remaining 2 tablespoons oil.

Nutrition Facts

Calories311kcal
Protein9.05%
Fat51.38%
Carbs39.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.78
Glycemic Load
1.25
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
27.946956740773%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.01mg
Catechin
0.18mg
Epigallocatechin
0.42mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.16mg
Eriodictyol
1.04mg
Hesperetin
1.07mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Apigenin
9.32mg
Luteolin
0.41mg
Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.15mg
Myricetin
0.63mg
Quercetin
2.84mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:310.59kcal
15.53%
Fat:19.2g
29.54%
Saturated Fat:3.74g
23.38%
Carbohydrates:33.28g
11.09%
Net Carbohydrates:26.54g
9.65%
Sugar:7.97g
8.86%
Cholesterol:6.52mg
2.17%
Sodium:69.52mg
3.02%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.61g
15.22%
Vitamin A:24814.21IU
496.28%
Vitamin K:79.17µg
75.4%
Manganese:1.48mg
73.8%
Vitamin C:58.49mg
70.9%
Vitamin E:6.66mg
44.41%
Potassium:979.92mg
28%
Magnesium:110.78mg
27.69%
Copper:0.55mg
27.63%
Fiber:6.74g
26.97%
Vitamin B6:0.5mg
25.1%
Folate:93.06µg
23.27%
Vitamin B1:0.35mg
23.21%
Iron:3.1mg
17.24%
Phosphorus:165.22mg
16.52%
Calcium:164.25mg
16.43%
Vitamin B3:3.22mg
16.08%
Vitamin B5:1.2mg
11.99%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
7.99%
Zinc:0.96mg
6.4%
Selenium:2.04µg
2.92%
Source:Epicurious