Autumn Pasta Bowl with Squash, Spinach, and Parmesan
A delightful pasta bowl featuring roasted squash, vibrant spinach, and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, perfect for cozy autumn dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- Pasta of your choice (spaghetti or penne work best)
- 1 cup of butternut squash, cubed
- 2 cups of fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Roast the cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper for about 25-30 minutes.
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- Sauté garlic in olive oil, then add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Combine the drained pasta, roasted squash, and wilted spinach in the skillet.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until it slightly melts.
- Serve the pasta in bowls, garnishing with more Parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil.
Notes
For added crunch, top with toasted nuts. This dish can be made vegan by omitting cheese or using a vegan substitute.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Autumn, Pasta, Squash, Spinach, Parmesan, Cozy Dinner, Fall Recipes