The warm flavors of butternut squash and techina complement each other beautifully. The za’atar and pine nuts add fabulous flavor. Something definitely worth trying. Let me know what you think! The first time I tested this, my friend and I ate the whole thing ourselves! Thanks, Rikki M.

Directions

Prepare Roasted Vegetables

1. Preheat oven to 475 degrees Fahrenheit (245 degrees Celsius).

2. Scrub the squash and wash well but do not peel.

3. Place squash and onion wedges in a large bowl.

4. Add three tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste, and toss well.

5. Spread on a baking sheet with the skin facing down and roast in the oven for 30–40 minutes, or until veggies have taken on some color and are cooked through.

6. Keep an eye on the onions, as they might cook faster than the squash and need to be removed earlier.

7. Remove from oven and let cool.

Prepare Techina

1. Place the techina paste in a small bowl along with the lemon juice, water, garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.

2. Whisk until the sauce is the consistency of honey, adding more water or techina if necessary.

3. Pour the remaining one and a half teaspoons of oil into a small frying pan and place over medium-low heat.

4. Add the pine nuts along with a sprinkle of salt and cook for two minutes, stirring often, until the nuts are golden brown.

5. Remove from heat and transfer nuts and oil to a small bowl to stop the cooking.

Notes: If using ready-made techina, omit the lemon juice, water, garlic and salt, and use as is.

Prepare to Serve

1. Spread the veggies out on a large serving platter and drizzle the techina on top.

2. Sprinkle the pine nuts and their oil on top, followed by za’atar and parsley.

3. The look here is rustic — it doesn’t have to be placed perfectly on the platter.

Tips: Za’atar is an incredibly versatile Middle Eastern spice blend. It’s great in hearty soups, eggs of all kinds, mashed avocado, and many other dishes.

Recipe tags

Butternut squash Complex carbs Gluten free side dish Kosher Middle Eastern food Middle Eastern cuisine Middle Eastern food Roasted Savory sides Side Vegetable side dish Za'atar

Roasted Butternut Squash with Techina and Za'atar

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Marilyn

6 years ago

When did this appear in Family First? Roasted Butternut Squash with Techina and Za’atar Can you please tell me the date this recipe was printed in Family First? Thank you!

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Cnooymow{shman

6 years ago

Reply to Marilyn

It was in Family First, issue. 361

Alyssa

2023 years ago

Hits all the right notes! Loved this dish! I ate it as my main course, putting it over some chickpea pasta. I used cubed butternut squash instead of fresh, so it took less oil and less oven time than the recipe called for. The blend of different textures, the sweet and the savory with a slight kick from the garlic, pepper, and red onion, all made for a wonderful combination and a dish I look forward to eating again soon!