Na Me Inspired Roasted Squash Vegan Friendly

Elevate your plant-based dining with our Na Me Inspired Roasted Squash, a stunning vegan-friendly recipe that celebrates autumnal flavors and textures. Tender cubes of butternut squash are roasted to caramelized perfection with a blend of aromatic spices like cinnamon, smoked paprika, and garlic powder, then finished with a drizzle of maple syrup for a touch of natural sweetness. Fresh rosemary adds an herby flair, while vibrant pomegranate seeds and crunchy toasted pumpkin seeds create a delightful balance of color and texture. Ready in under an hour, this nutritious, crowd-pleasing side dish is perfect for holiday gatherings or as a cozy centerpiece to your weeknight meal. Vegan, gluten-free, and irresistibly delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium-sized butternut squash
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon, finely chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds
• 0.25 cup pumpkin seeds (toasted)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Peel the butternut squash, cut it in half lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds. Slice the squash into roughly 1-inch cubes.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, smoked paprika, garlic powder, chopped rosemary, sea salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until smooth.

Step 4

Add the cubed squash to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with the spiced oil mixture.

Step 5

Spread the squash cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure there’s space between the pieces for even roasting.

Step 6

Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the squash is tender and starting to caramelize around the edges.

Step 7

Remove the squash from the oven and transfer to a serving dish.

Step 8

Garnish the roasted squash with pomegranate seeds and toasted pumpkin seeds for added texture and flavor.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy this vibrant, vegan-friendly dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1557.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1258.5

Total Fat 57.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2392.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 193.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 49.5g	0%
Total Sugars 65.7g
Protein 21.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 604.2mg	0%
Iron 11.8mg	0%
Potassium 4341.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.5%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 56.3%