About the Recipe
Smooth and rich with flavor this autumn-inspired dip will replace hummus as your favorite healthy snack
Ingredients
3 cups butternut squash, cubed
5 cloves garlic
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp tahini
1 tbsp lemon juice
2-3 tbsp water
salt
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
Preparation
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
Peel and de-seed the butternut squash and cut into 2 inch cubes. Place on a baking sheet with the garlic cloves, a sprinkle of salt and 1 tbsp of olive oil
Bake in the oven for 30 minutes until the butternut squash is well cooked and the garlic cloves become caramelized
In a blender combine the cooked butternut squash, garlic, tahini, 1 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice and smoke paprika. Blend. Add the water in small amounts until the dip reaches your desired consistency. Season with salt
Transfer to a bowl and let cool in the fridge. The flavor begins to really develop after a few hours. Serve with crackers, veggies or bread.