Balsamic Butternut Squash with Kale

Description

This is a great side dish for the holidays, with the added benefit of kale! Surprisingly tasty. Serve hot or cold.

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces butternut squash – peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 small yellow onion, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, divided
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 6 ounces kale, roughly chopped
  • ΒΌ cup vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Place squash into a large bowl. Add onion
  3. 1 1/2 tablespoons vinegar
  4. brown sugar
  5. oil
  6. salt
  7. and pepper; toss to coat. Spread mixture in a single layer onto a baking sheet.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven until squash is tender and golden
  9. 30 to 40 minutes. Set aside.
  10. Combine kale and broth in a heavy-bottom skillet over medium heat; bring to a light simmer. Cover the skillet
  11. reduce heat
  12. and cook until kale is tender but still bright green
  13. about 5 minutes; drain any excess liquid.
  14. Mix together kale
  15. squash mixture
  16. and remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons vinegar in a serving bowl.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 35 mins

Total Time: 50 mins

Servings: 6

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