Butternut Squash W Wilted Spinach and Blue Cheese
Elevate your next meal with this vibrant and flavor-packed recipe for Butternut Squash with Wilted Spinach and Blue Cheese. Perfect as a hearty side dish or a light vegetarian main, this dish combines the natural sweetness of roasted butternut squash with the earthy richness of wilted baby spinach. A hint of cinnamon adds warm complexity, while crumbled blue cheese and optional toasted walnuts provide a delightful contrast of creaminess and crunch. Ready in under an hour, this easy recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or holiday spreads. Packed with wholesome ingredients and bold flavors, it’s a must-try for fans of seasonal comfort food.
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Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized (about 1.5 pounds) butternut squash
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional)
- 6 cups baby spinach
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 0.5 cups (crumbled) blue cheese
- 0.25 cups walnuts (optional, toasted)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Peel the butternut squash, remove the seeds, and cut into 1-inch cubes.
Step 3
In a large bowl, toss the squash cubes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, black pepper, and cinnamon (if using) until evenly coated.
Step 4
Spread the squash evenly on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender.
Step 5
While the squash is roasting, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 6
Add the minced garlic to the hot skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Step 7
Gradually add the spinach to the skillet, stirring frequently, until it wilts down, about 3-4 minutes. Season lightly with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Step 8
Once the squash is done roasting, add it to the skillet with the spinach and gently toss to combine.
Step 9
Transfer the mixture to a serving platter and sprinkle with the crumbled blue cheese and toasted walnuts (if using).
Step 10
Serve warm as a side dish or light vegetarian main. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1011.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1129.4 |
| Total Fat 80.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 21.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g | |
| Cholesterol 50.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3303.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 86.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 28.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.5g | |
| Protein 29.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 13.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 855.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2270.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories