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Creamy Butternut Squash Mash with Tahini & Pepitas

Butternut Squash Mash with Za'atar Pepitas

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs Butternut squash peeled, seeded, and cubed
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil divided
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt to taste
  • 0.5 tsp Ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp Brown sugar packed
  • 1 tbsp Maple syrup pure
  • 0.25 cup Pumpkin seeds (pepitas) raw
  • 1 tbsp Za'atar seasoning
  • 2 tbsp Tahini paste
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 whole Shallots thinly sliced and fried

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). On a large baking sheet, toss the cubed squash with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp kosher salt, and 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon. Roast for 40 minutes until deeply tender and caramelized.
  • In a small skillet over medium heat, warm the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Add the 0.25 cup pepitas and 1 tbsp za'atar seasoning. Toast for 2-3 minutes until fragrant, then set aside.
  • Transfer the hot, roasted squash to a food processor or large bowl. Add 1 tbsp brown sugar and 1 tbsp maple syrup. Purée or mash until smooth and creamy.
  • In a small bowl, whisk 2 tbsp tahini paste with 1 tbsp lemon juice. If too thick, whisk in warm water one teaspoon at a time until drizzly.
  • Transfer the warm purée to a serving dish. Drizzle the tahini sauce over the top, then garnish with the toasted za'atar pepitas and fried shallots.