Description
This delightful Roasted Honeynut Squash recipe features tender, sweet squash halves glazed with a savory-sweet miso, maple syrup, and butter mixture, roasted to perfection and finished with fresh parsley and sesame seeds for a nutty, aromatic touch. Perfect as a comforting side dish or a hearty vegetarian main, it’s quick to prepare and bursts with rich, balanced flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Squash
- 4 Honeynut Squash
Glaze
- 2 tablespoons Butter (melted)
- 1 tablespoon White Miso Paste
- 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup
- 2 teaspoons Rice Wine Vinegar
Toppings
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley
- 1 teaspoon Sesame Seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for roasting the squash evenly and achieving a nice caramelization.
- Prepare the squash: Wash the honeynut squash thoroughly, then slice each squash in half lengthwise. Carefully scoop out the seeds and the stringy flesh from the center, leaving a clean cavity for the glaze.
- Make the glaze: In a bowl, whisk together the melted butter, white miso paste, maple syrup, and rice wine vinegar until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating a flavorful glaze.
- Apply the glaze and arrange for roasting: Place the squash halves skin side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Generously brush the glaze mixture over the exposed flesh of each squash half, coating them evenly.
- Roast the squash: Roast the squash in the preheated oven for approximately 25 minutes, or until the flesh is tender and easily pierced with a fork, indicating that the squash is cooked through.
- Finish and serve: Remove the roasted squash from the oven. Sprinkle the chopped parsley and sesame seeds on top for freshness and nuttiness. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- To check doneness, pierce the squash with a fork; it should slide in easily without resistance.
- You can substitute white miso with yellow miso for a slightly stronger flavor.
- If you prefer a vegan version, replace butter with a plant-based alternative.
- Serving with toasted bread or grains makes for a heartier meal.
