Butternut Squash W/ Wilted Spinach and Blue Cheese

Butternut Squash W/ Wilted Spinach and Blue Cheese recipe pinit

Butternut squash is a great source of vitamin A, vitamin C, and fiber.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins
Servings: 4 Calories: 1280
Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the butternut squash in half lengthwise, remove the seeds, and peel off the skin. Cut it into cubes.
  2. Toss the butternut squash cubes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Place them on a baking sheet and roast for 30-35 minutes, or until tender.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
  4. Add the spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Remove the skillet from heat and crumble the blue cheese over the wilted spinach.
  6. Once the butternut squash is roasted, add it to the skillet and gently stir to combine.
  7. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  8. Serve the butternut squash with wilted spinach and blue cheese as a main course.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 320kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g31%
Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
Sugars 8g
Protein 12g24%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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