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Butternut Squash and Apple Tian

Delightful Butternut Squash and Apple Tian for Cozy Gatherings

This Butternut Squash and Apple Tian combines sweet and savory flavors, perfect for holiday feasts or cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Vegetable Layer
  • 2 Shallots Can substitute with onions
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash Substitute with delicata squash or sweet potato
  • 1-2 Fennel Bulbs Alternatively, use celery root
  • 2-3 Baking Apples Use varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
For the Flavoring
  • 4 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 Orange (zest and juice) Fresh orange is recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Agave Syrup (optional) Can substitute with honey (not vegan)
  • 1 pinch Fresh Rosemary Dried rosemary can be used (reduce quantity)
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional but recommended
  • 1 sprinkle Nutmeg Optional but recommended
  • to taste Kosher Salt Can substitute with sea salt
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Pecans Can substitute with walnuts or hazelnuts

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Thinly slice shallots, butternut squash into ⅛-inch rounds, fennel bulbs, and baking apples.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet and sauté shallots until golden.
  4. Spread sautéed shallots evenly in a baking dish, layer butternut squash, apples, and fennel slices.
  5. Whisk together olive oil, orange juice and zest, agave syrup, rosemary, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt, then brush over vegetables.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes.
  7. Combine chopped pecans with extra orange zest and rosemary, sprinkle over the dish and bake uncovered for 5-10 minutes.
  8. Let the dish rest for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 180mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure vegetables are sliced evenly to guarantee consistent cooking and beautiful presentation. Slice apples just before layering to prevent browning.

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