Description
Roasted Butternut Squash Sage Pasta is a delightful dish that combines the natural sweetness of roasted butternut squash with the earthy flavor of sage, creating a harmonious blend that tantalizes the taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs), peeled and cubed
- 300 grams (10.5 oz) pasta of your choice
- 10 fresh sage leaves
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 50 grams (1/2 cup) grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the butternut squash by peeling, halving, removing seeds, and cubing it.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and roast the cubed squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper for 25-30 minutes.
- Cook the pasta in salted water according to package instructions, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat remaining olive oil, sauté garlic, and add sage leaves until crispy.
- Combine cooked pasta, roasted squash, and sage oil in a bowl, adding reserved pasta water as needed, and mix in Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Consider using whole wheat or gluten-free pasta for a healthier option.
- Add red pepper flakes for a hint of heat.
- Incorporate seasonal vegetables like spinach or kale for added nutrition.
- For a vegan option, substitute Parmesan with nutritional yeast or vegan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting and Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Roasted Butternut Squash, Sage, Pasta, Vegetarian, Comfort Food