Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Butternut Squash Pasta Sauce, a delightful vegan dish that combines warmth and nutrition. This easy-to-make sauce features roasted butternut squash, fresh tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, creating a velvety texture that’s perfect for any pasta lover. Whether you’re preparing a quick weeknight dinner or hosting a festive gathering, this wholesome sauce will impress both your taste buds and your guests. With just 30 minutes of cooking time, you can enjoy a comforting meal that’s as delicious as it is healthy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz bag of 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 (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- On the baking sheet, combine frozen butternut squash, chopped tomatoes, and sliced onion.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and thyme; mix well.
- Roast vegetables for about 20 minutes until tender.
- While roasting, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve 1/3 cup pasta water before draining.
- Blend roasted veggies with reserved pasta water until smooth.
- Toss the creamy sauce with drained pasta in a large bowl.
- Serve immediately, garnished with cheese or herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg