Butternut Squash And Chickpea Tahini Salad Recipe

Name: Butternut Squash And Chickpea Tahini Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE SALAD:; 1 whole Butternut Squash (about 2 Lb Size), Peeled, Seeded And Cubed; 2 cloves Garlic, Chopped; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; Salt And Pepper; 15 ounces, weight Canned Chickpeas, Drained And Rinsed; 1 whole Red Onion (small), Chopped; 1/2 cups Cilantro, Chopped; FOR THE DRESSING:; 3 Tablespoons Tahini, Excess Oil Poured Off And Stirred Well; 2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice, More To Taste; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 1 Tablespoon Water; 1 teaspoon Honey; Salt And Pepper

Servings: persons

FOR THE SALAD:
1 whole Butternut Squash (about 2 Lb Size), Peeled, Seeded And Cubed
2 cloves Garlic, Chopped
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
Salt And Pepper
15 ounces, weight Canned Chickpeas, Drained And Rinsed
1 whole Red Onion (small), Chopped
1/2 cups Cilantro, Chopped
FOR THE DRESSING:
3 Tablespoons Tahini, Excess Oil Poured Off And Stirred Well
2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice, More To Taste
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1 Tablespoon Water
1 teaspoon Honey
Salt And Pepper

1
Preheat the oven to 425 F.
2
Put the cubed squash into a large bowl and add the garlic, two tablespoons olive oil and salt and pepper to taste. Toss to combine. Spread into an even layer on a greased cookie sheet. Roast in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes, tossing occasionally until the squash is tender. Remove from the oven and allow squash to cool slightly.
3
Meanwhile, combine the dressing ingredients in a small bowl and whisk until evenly combined. Add a small amount of additional water or olive oil to thin out the dressing if needed. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4
Once the squash has cooled place it in a large bowl, add the chickpeas, red onion and cilantro. Stir gently to combine. Add in the dressing in batches, stirring to coat the salad. Add more dressing to taste. Serve warm or at room temperature.
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Adapted from Smitten Kitchen

611

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE SALAD:, 1 whole Butternut Squash (about 2 Lb Size), Peeled, Seeded And Cubed, 2 cloves Garlic, Chopped, 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, and more.

Yes, Butternut Squash And Chickpea Tahini Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Butternut Squash And Chickpea Tahini Salad

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