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Green Beans and Butternut Squash with Sage

This vibrant side dish combines the sweetness of butternut squash with the crispness of green beans, elevated by aromatic sage. It's a simple and delicious way to add color and nutrition to any meal, adaptable to your personal preferences with optional add-ins like nuts, cranberries, or a balsamic glaze.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound green beans, trimmed and halved
  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh sage or 1 teaspoon dried
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup toasted pecans, optional
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries, optional
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze, optional

Equipment

  • Vegetable peeler
  • Cutting board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Large bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper (optional)
  • serving dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the green beans and butternut squash with olive oil, salt, pepper, and sage.
  3. Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  4. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly browned, flipping halfway through.
  5. Remove from oven and transfer to a serving dish.
  6. Optional: Top with toasted pecans, dried cranberries, and balsamic glaze.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For spicier flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of cayenne pepper before roasting. Drizzle with maple syrup during the last few minutes of roasting for maple-glazed variation. Add lemon zest and extra garlic before roasting and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the finished dish for Lemon-Garlic Green Beans Butternut Squash. Wrap small bundles of green beans and butternut squash with bacon before roasting for bacon-wrapped variation. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.