Description
Butternut Squash Pasta Sauce is the perfect comfort food for any occasion. This creamy, vegan sauce showcases the natural sweetness of roasted butternut squash combined with fresh tomatoes and aromatic herbs, creating a delightful blend that pairs beautifully with your favorite pasta. It’s not just healthy and satisfying; it’s also incredibly versatile—ideal for family dinners, weeknight meals, or special celebrations. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, this sauce is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Enjoy a heartwarming dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 16 oz frozen diced butternut squash
- 1.5 cups fresh chopped tomatoes
- 1/2 yellow onion
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 lb pasta
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F 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 and season with salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Roast for about 20 minutes until vegetables are tender and caramelized.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve 1/3 cup pasta water before draining.
- Blend the roasted vegetables with reserved pasta water until smooth.
- Combine the sauce with cooked pasta, tossing to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately, garnished with cheese or herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg