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Smooth Butternut Tahini Spread


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  • Author: Bowen Close
  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6
  • Diet: Vegetarian, Omnivore

Description

Roasted butternut squash, onion, and garlic get whirred into a luscious spread with Greek yogurt and tahini. Perfect with pita chips or as a meat puree.


Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs (1361 g) butternut squash
  • 1 red onion
  • 3-4 cloves garlic
  • Olive oil
  • Salt
  • 0.5 cups (118 ml) plain Greek yogurt
  • 2-3 Tbsp tahini paste
  • White and/or black sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 425°F (218°C).
  2. Toss squash, onion, and garlic with salt and olive oil. Spread on baking sheets and roast until tender, 30-40 minutes.
  3. Process the cooled vegetables, yogurt, and tahini in a food processor or blender until fully combined. Season with salt to taste.
  4. Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Notes

  • For a smoother spread, remove the squash’s skin before processing.
  • If the spread is too thick, add a tablespoon of water or more yogurt to thin it out.
  • Store the spread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 10
  • Sodium: 200
  • Fat: 15
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Fiber: 5
  • Protein: 5
  • Cholesterol: 5