Description
A sweet and savory side dish featuring tender roasted butternut squash, creamy goat cheese, crunchy pecans, and a tangy pomegranate glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss butternut squash cubes with olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
- Spread squash in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, until tender and caramelized.
- Transfer roasted squash to a serving dish. Drizzle with pomegranate molasses, then top with crumbled goat cheese, pecans, and fresh thyme.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.