Unleash a symphony of flavors with roasted butternut squash and spinach, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes the taste buds and nourishes the body. This delectable dish, a harmonious blend of earthy sweetness and vibrant greens, offers a delightful contrast of textures, from the tender-crisp squash to the wilted spinach. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore two enticing variations of this wholesome recipe, each promising a unique taste experience. Get ready to elevate your meals with roasted butternut squash and spinach, a dish that celebrates the bounty of nature's finest ingredients.
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ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND SPINACH LASAGNA
Invented this one cold Saturday morning. Smells so good while baking.
Provided by RAGTIMEWALTZER
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Lasagna Recipes Vegetarian Lasagna Recipes
Time 2h29m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Toss butternut squash with olive oil, 1 tablespoon garlic, ground sage, and seasoned salt in a 9x11-inch baking dish until coated.
- Roast in the preheated oven, stirring every 20 minutes, until butternut squash is tender, about 1 hour.
- Reduce oven temperature to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Whisk in flour until a smooth paste forms. Slowly pour in milk; season with salt and pepper. Cook and stir sauce until thick and bubbling, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Remove sauce from heat; stir in roasted butternut squash, chili powder, ground sage, and rosemary. Puree sauce with an immersion blender until smooth.
- Mix ricotta cheese, 1 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, spinach, egg, and Parmesan cheese together in a bowl.
- Spread 1/2 cup sauce in the bottom of the baking dish. Lay 3 lasagna noodles on top. Spread 1/3 of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles. Repeat layers twice more, ending with remaining sauce. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese on top. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven until mozzarella cheese is melted, about 40 minutes. Uncover and continue baking until bubbly, about 10 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 calories, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 67.7 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 18.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 366.7 mg, Sugar 7 g
ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND SPINACH SALAD WITH TOASTED ALMOND DRESSING
Categories Salad Leafy Green Nut Vegetable Roast Sauté Quick & Easy Low/No Sugar Almond Butternut Squash Fall Winter Gourmet
Yield Makes 6 first-course servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Toss squash with 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in a shallow baking pan and spread cubes in 1 layer. Season with salt and pepper and roast in middle of oven, stirring once halfway through roasting, until squash is just tender and pale golden, about 30 minutes total. Cool in pan on a rack until warm, about 15 minutes.
- While squash is roasting, cook almonds in remaining 4 tablespoons oil in a 10-inch skillet over moderately low heat, stirring constantly, until golden, about 3 minutes, then season with salt and pepper. Pour almonds and oil into a fine-mesh sieve set over a large bowl and cool until warm, about 10 minutes.
- When almonds and oil have cooled, whisk lemon juice into oil in bowl until combined well, then season with salt and pepper. Add squash, spinach, and half of almonds to dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Divide salad among 6 salad plates and sprinkle with remaining almonds.
ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH, SPINACH AND MOZZARELLA QUESADILLAS
Roast chunks of butternut squash and tuck them into a gooey quesadilla with sauteed spinach.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Position an oven rack in the center of the oven and preheat it to 425 degrees F. Line 2 rimmed baking sheets with parchment and set aside.
- Put the squash in a medium bowl and add 3 tablespoons of the oil, 2 teaspoons of salt and a few grinds of pepper. Mix until the squash is well coated. Divide and spread the squash out in a single layer between the 2 prepared baking sheets. Roast until tender, about 30 minutes.
- Add the remaining 2 teaspoons of oil to a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallot and cook, stirring, until brown and soft, about 3 minutes. Raise the heat to high and add the spinach with whatever water clings to the leaves and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Stir while incorporating any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Cover the skillet and cook until wilted, about 1 minute.
- Lay a tortilla on a work surface and top evenly with 1/2 cup mozzarella. Add 1/4 of the butternut squash and 1/4 of the spinach. Fold tortilla in half to enclose fillings. Repeat with remaining tortillas and ingredients.
- Melt 1/2 tablespoon butter in a large non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Cook the quesadilla, flipping once, until the cheese is melted and the quesadilla is golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Remove to a cutting board and repeat with the remaining quesadillas.
- Cut into triangles and serve with guacamole, scallions, salsa and sour cream.
ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND SPINACH SALAD
I just got this in an email from Prevention, and it looks so darn unique and good! Perfect for those wonderful Autumn goodies that are coming out at the Farmer's Market.
Provided by smellyvegetarian
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- .Preheat oven to 425°F
- Coat baking sheet with olive oil spray. Toss squash and bell pepper with 2 teaspoons of the oil, thyme, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper in medium bowl.
- Arrange in single layer on prepared baking sheet.
- Roast 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly browned. Let cool 10 minutes.
- Whisk lemon juice, honey, remaining oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper in large bowl.
- Add onion, spinach, apple, radicchio, sunflflower seeds, and squash mixture. Toss to combine.
Tips:
- Choose the right squash: Look for butternut squash that are firm and heavy for their size, with smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid squash with soft spots or bruises.
- Cut the squash correctly: Cut the squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Then, cut each half into 1-inch thick slices.
- Roast the squash at a high temperature: This will help to caramelize the squash and give it a slightly crispy exterior.
- Season the squash generously: Use a combination of olive oil, salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices.
- Cook the spinach until it is just wilted: Spinach cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it.
- Serve the dish immediately: Roasted butternut squash and spinach is best served fresh out of the oven.
Conclusion:
Roasted butternut squash and spinach is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it can be easily customized to your liking. Whether you are looking for a healthy side dish or a main course, this dish is sure to please.
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