Glazed Butternut Squash with Peanuts

  • Difficulty: Intermediate
  • Total Time: 30 min
a bowl full of squash chunks topped with green onion and roasted peanuts.

Try a savory and delicious side dish with Peanut Butter Glazed Squash – a perfect blend of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

  • 1 butternut squash (about 1 pound)
  • 1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup dry-roasted peanuts
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 green onion, finely chopped

Nutrients Per Serving

Calories: 127
Calories from Fat: 27
Fat: 3 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 25 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Protein: 3 g
Fiber: 2 g
Sodium: 106 mg

Directions

  1. Cut squash into two halves and remove seeds. Using a vegetable peeler, remove peel from squash and cut into 1-inch cubes. Place in skillet. Sprinkle brown sugar, peanuts and spices over squash. Stir in water. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until squash is tender, but a small amount of liquid remains, about 20 minutes. Stir in green onions. Makes 6 servings.
  2. If desired, sprinkle each serving with additional peanuts.

Nutrients Per Serving

Calories: 127
Calories from Fat: 27
Fat: 3 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 25 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Protein: 3 g
Fiber: 2 g
Sodium: 106 mg