Description
Indulge in the creamy bliss of Butternut Squash Pasta Sauce, a delightful blend of roasted butternut squash, fresh tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. This vegan-friendly sauce not only adds vibrant color to your dinner plate but also offers a rich, comforting flavor that will please both family and guests alike. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings, this easy-to-make sauce is packed with nutrients and fits seamlessly into a variety of dietary preferences. Elevate your pasta dishes with this wholesome and nutritious sauce that’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 16 oz frozen diced butternut squash
- 1.5 cups fresh chopped tomatoes
- 0.5 yellow onion
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp dried thyme
- 1 lb pasta
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread frozen butternut squash, chopped tomatoes, and sliced onion on the baking sheet.
- Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt, black pepper, and thyme; toss to coat.
- Roast for about 20 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; reserve 0.33 cup pasta water before draining.
- Blend roasted vegetables with reserved pasta water until smooth.
- Combine sauce with cooked pasta; serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 245g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg