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Roasted Honeynut Squash Dip with Candied Walnuts

Creamy Roasted Honeynut Squash Dip with Candied Walnuts Delight

A cozy Roasted Honeynut Squash Dip with Candied Walnuts, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 1 unit Honeynut Squash Substitute with butternut, delicata, or kabocha squash if unavailable.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for roasting and blending.
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Brings out natural flavors.
  • 1 cup Feta or Goat Cheese Feta for a sharper flavor, goat cheese for a milder option.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup Sweetens the dip.
  • 1/4 cup Water Helps achieve silky-smooth consistency.
  • 4 leaves Fresh Sage Leaves Fried for garnish.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds depth and warmth.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Walnuts Toasted and glazed with honey.
Serving Suggestions
  • 1 package Toasted Baguette Slices Perfect for scooping.
  • 1 package Crackers Crunchy accompaniment.
  • 1 plate Veggie Platter Adds freshness and variety.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • Blender
  • Skillet
  • serving bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Gather your ingredients.
  2. Slice the honeynut squash lengthwise, scoop out seeds, coat with olive oil and sea salt. Roast cut-side down for 40 minutes.
  3. Once cooled, scoop squash into a blender. Add feta or goat cheese, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 tablespoon honey, and 1/4 cup water. Blend until smooth.
  4. Fry fresh sage leaves in a skillet with olive oil until crisp. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Toast walnuts in the same skillet until fragrant, then add remaining honey or maple syrup and simmer until thickened.
  6. In a serving bowl, spoon the dip, top with candied walnuts and fried sage, and sprinkle with black pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, chill the dip for an hour after blending. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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