Tahini-Lemon Roasted Butternut Squash Wedges
Daniel Schwartz
Daniel Schwartz
@daniel

Tahini-Lemon Roasted Butternut Squash Wedges

7.3 (1)
50m
6 servings

Crispy oven-roasted butternut squash wedges infused with warm cumin and coriander, then tossed in a creamy tahini-lemon sauce for a Middle Eastern-inspired side dish ideal for a sophisticated dinner party. The nutty tahini complements the squash's natural sweetness beautifully.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 butternut squash
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Peel the butternut squash, remove seeds, and cut into .25-inch thick wedges.
  3. In a large bowl, toss the squash wedges with olive oil, ground cumin, ground coriander, garlic, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  4. Arrange the wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Roast for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy on the edges.
  6. While roasting, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and water in a bowl until smooth and creamy; adjust consistency with more water if needed.
  7. Remove squash from oven and let cool slightly.
  8. Toss the roasted wedges in the tahini-lemon sauce until well coated.
  9. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
  10. Serve warm as a side dish.

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