Roasted Butternut Squash with Candied Walnuts Delight!
A delicious and healthy dish featuring roasted butternut squash topped with sweet candied walnuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup walnuts
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss the cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the squash on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- In a saucepan, combine walnuts, brown sugar, water, and cinnamon over medium heat.
- Cook until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Once the squash is done, top it with the candied walnuts before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the squash.
- Store leftover candied walnuts in an airtight container.
- This dish can be served warm or at room temperature.