This savoury Middle Eastern inspired roasted acorn squash is a hearty and cozy side dish to share with friends or family over a dinner party, Holiday spread, or Ramadan Iftar.

ABOUT THE RECIPE

• Middle Eastern inspired
• Hearty side dish
• Easy to make
• Ready in 30 minutes
• Great for Ramadan

VIDEO TUTORIAL

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ROASTED ACORN SQUASH RECIPE

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Roasted Acorn Squash with Za’atar & Sumac

Recipe by Waseem HijaziCourse: SidesCuisine: Middle EasternDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Baking time

30

minutes

Total time

40

minutes

This savoury Middle Eastern inspired roasted acorn squash is a hearty and cozy side dish to share with friends or family over a dinner party, Holiday spread, or Ramadan Iftar.

Ingredients

• 1 large acorn squash, cut into 1/2 inch slices

• 2 tbsp melted vegan butter

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

• 1 tsp fresh oregano, finely chopped

• 1 tsp fresh rosemary
  (or 1/2 tsp each, dried herbs)

• 1 tbsp Za’atar

• 1 tsp sumac

• 1/3 tsp nutritional yeast

Directions

• Preheat the oven to 400 F (or 205 C).
• Wash and pat dry the squash outer layer. Slice in half. Scoop out the seeds & strings. Then cut each half into 1/2 inch slices.
• Transfer to a large bowl. Add the remaining ingredients. Stir to combine.
• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper/tin foil. Place the spiced squash slices onto the baking sheet, covering them with the remaining spices left in the bowl. Press down to secure it on each slice.
• Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until cooked through. Remove and garnish with fresh parsley to serve.