Mashed Butternut Squash with Goat Cheese and Rosemary: A Creamy, Flavorful Side Dish
A creamy and flavorful side dish that combines the sweetness of butternut squash with the tanginess of goat cheese and the aromatic essence of rosemary.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting and Mashing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup goat cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the cubed butternut squash on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until tender.
- Transfer the roasted squash to a mixing bowl and mash until smooth.
- Stir in the goat cheese and chopped rosemary until well combined.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve warm.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, add a splash of milk or cream while mashing.
- Can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg