Tahini-Lemon Roasted Butternut Squash Wedges
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
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Peel the butternut squash, remove seeds, and cut into .25-inch thick wedges.
- In a large bowl, toss the squash wedges with olive oil, ground cumin, ground coriander, garlic, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Arrange the wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy on the edges.
- 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.
- Remove squash from oven and let cool slightly.
- Toss the roasted wedges in the tahini-lemon sauce until well coated.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
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