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How to Make Butternut Squash with Onions and Pecans - A Step-by-Step Guide

Butternut squash is a versatile and flavorful vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. Its sweet and nutty taste makes it a perfect addition to soups, stews, and casseroles. One of the simplest and most delicious ways to enjoy butternut squash is by roasting it with onions and pecans. This recipe brings out the natural sweetness of the squash and adds a delicious crunch from the pecans.

Roasted butternut squash with onions and pecans makes for a perfect side dish for any mea...

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 ¼ pounds butternut squash
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • salt and pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place pecans on an ungreased baking sheet.
  • Bake pecans in the preheated oven until toasted, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Peel squash and remove seeds. Cut into 1/2-inch cubes to yield about 6 cups squash.
  • Melt butter in a heavy large skillet over low heat. Add onion and sauté until very tender, about 15 minutes. Add squash and toss to coat. Cover and cook, stirring frequently, until squash is tender but still holds its shape, about 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir in 1/2 of the pecans and 1/2 of the parsley. Transfer mixture to a bowl. Sprinkle with remaining pecans and parsley, then serve.

    • Nutrition

    198 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 11mg
    • Sodium: 57mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 30mg
    • Calcium: 78mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 542mg

    Categories

    Butternut squash recipes
    Onion recipes
    Pecan recipes