🎃✨ Mindful Recipe: Roasted Butternut Squash with Garlic Tahini Drizzle 🌱
🥘 Ingredients
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp cinnamon (for a warm twist)
- Pinch of salt & black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, roasted or minced
- 2 tbsp tahini
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- Fresh parsley or coriander to garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prep the squash: Peel, deseed, and cut into cubes.
- Season: Toss with olive oil, smoked paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
- Roast: Spread on a baking tray and roast at 200°C for 25–30 minutes until golden and tender.
- Make the drizzle: Whisk tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and maple syrup until smooth. Add a splash of water if needed for consistency.
- Serve: Plate the roasted squash, drizzle with the garlic‑tahini sauce, and sprinkle fresh herbs on top.
🌱 Nutritional Highlights
- Butternut squash: Rich in vitamin A (beta‑carotene), vitamin C, and fibre.
- Tahini: Adds protein, calcium, and healthy fats.
- Olive oil: Heart‑healthy monounsaturated fats.
- Garlic & lemon: Boost flavour and immunity.
🍴 Serving Suggestions
- Serve as a side dish with quinoa or brown rice.
- Add chickpeas for extra protein and make it a full meal.
- Top with toasted pumpkin seeds for crunch.
- Pair with a crisp salad for balance.
💡 This dish is vibrant, nourishing, and indulgent — proof that mindful eating can be both comforting and exciting.
