Roast Squash and Hummus Winter Salad (Printable version)

Roasted butternut squash and sweet potatoes over creamy butter bean hummus with toasted seeds and fresh parsley.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed (approximately 1.5 pounds)
02 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (approximately 1.1 pounds)
03 - 2 red bell peppers, seeded and sliced
04 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
05 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Hummus

06 - 1 can (14 ounces) butter beans, drained and rinsed
07 - 2 tablespoons tahini
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
09 - 1 clove garlic, crushed
10 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
12 - Salt and pepper to taste
13 - 2 to 3 tablespoons water, as needed

→ Toppings

14 - 3 tablespoons mixed seeds such as pumpkin, sunflower, and sesame
15 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
16 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, optional

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
02 - Place butternut squash, sweet potatoes, and bell peppers on a baking tray. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss until evenly coated.
03 - Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking, until vegetables are golden brown and tender.
04 - In a food processor, combine butter beans, tahini, lemon juice, crushed garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth, gradually adding water to achieve creamy consistency. Adjust seasoning as needed.
05 - In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast mixed seeds for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden. Remove from heat and set aside.
06 - Spread a generous layer of butter bean hummus on each serving plate. Top with roasted vegetables. Sprinkle toasted seeds, fresh parsley, and smoked paprika if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Nutritious: Packed with fiber-rich vegetables and plant-based protein from butter beans.
  • Texture: A perfect balance between creamy hummus, tender roasted vegetables, and crunchy toasted seeds.
  • Easy to Prepare: Simple roasting and blending techniques make this an accessible dish for any home cook.
02 -
  • Toast the seeds just before serving to ensure they stay perfectly crunchy and aromatic.
  • Peeling the squash and potatoes thoroughly is key to a pleasant texture in the final roasted mix.
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