Dips & Sauces, Vegan, Vegetarian

Roasted Butternut Squash, Sesame & Garlic Dip

Amelia Littlejohn
Recipe by Amelia Littlejohn

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  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Total time: 30 mins
  • Skill Easy
  • Serves 4 people

Roasted Butternut Squash, Sesame & Garlic Dip

Family get-together, parties and BBQs! For all of these foodie events we must of course have a selection of delicious dips.

You can enjoy the classic hummus, tangy salsa or creamy guacamole, but how about trying something tasty & new? This roasted butternut squash, sesame & garlic dip is one you just have to try! It’s perfect for dolloping on top of salads, serving with crudités or even spreading in a sandwich. Delicious.

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Ingredients

  • 350g Butternut squash
  • 3 Cloves of garlic
  • 3 tbsp Tahini
  • 2 tbsp Sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • ½ tsp Chilli flakes
  • 1 tsp Dried herbs
  • To taste Salt and pepper

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Method

  • Step 1

    Pre-heat the oven to 180 degrees celsius

  • Step 2

    Chop the butternut squash into cubes, discarding the skin and seeds

  • Step 3

    lace the butternut squash on a baking tray along with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt & pepper. Toss so the squash is well coated, then place into the oven for 15 minutes

  • Step 4

    After 15 minutes remove the baking tray. Peel and chop the garlic cloves and place on the baking tray with the squash. Place back into the oven for a further 10 minutes

  • Step 5

    Remove the baked squash from the oven and allow to cool slightly before transferring into your food processor

  • Step 6

    Add the remaining ingredients for the dip into the food processor. Blend until smooth

  • Step 7

    Enjoy straight away or keep in an airtight container in the fridge to consume within 5 days