Comforting Homemade Butternut Squash Bake for Cozy Nights

A delightful Homemade Butternut Squash Bake combining sweet and savory flavors, perfect for cozy evenings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 55

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Bake

1 medium Red Onion Adds sweetness and depth; substitute with yellow or sweet onion if unavailable.
1 medium Butternut Squash The star ingredient; fresh or frozen works, but fresh gives a firmer bite.
3 cloves Garlic Fresh is best, but powdered can suffice.
3 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for moisture; avocado oil can be used.
1 teaspoon Paprika Use smoked paprika for extra depth.
1 cup Dry Orzo Pasta Try couscous or quinoa if you prefer.
2 cups Vegetable Broth Chicken broth can be used for non-vegetarian options.
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Canned diced tomatoes work in a pinch.
to taste Sea Salt Essential for seasoning.
to taste Ground Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.
1/2 cup Pesto Store-bought is a time saver.
200 grams Halloumi Cheese Provides richness and a crispy topping; feta can replace it.

Equipment

large roasting dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 200℃/400°F (fan) or 220℃/425°F (conventional).
In a large roasting dish, combine cut red onion, cubed butternut squash, and crushed garlic. Mix thoroughly.
Drizzle olive oil over the mixed vegetables, then sprinkle paprika, sea salt, and ground black pepper. Toss to coat.
Spread vegetables in the roasting dish and roast for about 30 minutes until fork-tender.
Add dry orzo, vegetable broth, cherry tomatoes, and pesto to the dish; mix gently.
Top with cubed halloumi cheese evenly distributed.
Bake uncovered for an additional 15-25 minutes until halloumi is golden brown.
Gently stir the bake before serving and let cool for a few minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to mix in other roasted vegetables or swap orzo for quinoa for a gluten-free option.

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