Cozy Autumn Delight: Roasted Butternut Squash & Sp

Autumn Recipe: Roasted Butternut Squash with Spiced Chickpeas

I’m excited to share this delicious autumn recipe with you today. As the weather starts to cool down and the leaves begin to change colors, I always find comfort in cooking hearty and flavorful dishes. This recipe for roasted butternut squash with spiced chickpeas is the perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors that will warm you up on a chilly evening.

To start, gather the following ingredients:

• 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
• 1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp honey
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

You will also need the following kitchen tools:

• baking sheet
• mixing bowl
• spatula
• oven

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the cubed butternut squash, chickpeas, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until the squash and chickpeas are well coated with the spices and seasonings.

Spread the butternut squash and chickpeas out on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the squash is tender and slightly caramelized.

Once the butternut squash and chickpeas are done roasting, remove them from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot as a main dish or side dish. This recipe serves 4 people and each serving is approximately 300 grams. Each serving is also around 300 calories.

One unique tip for this recipe is to add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese over the roasted butternut squash and chickpeas before serving. The cheese adds a salty and nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with the sweet squash and spiced chickpeas.

I hope you enjoy making and eating this roasted butternut squash with spiced chickpeas recipe. Feel free to customize it with your favorite spices and herbs to make it your own. Happy cooking!