Festive Butternut Squash Stir-Fry with Chickpeas

Name: Festive Butternut Squash Stir-Fry
Prep time: PTM
Cook time: PTM
Total time: PTM
Yield: servings
Ingredients: 1.00 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 200.00 Grams Chickpeas; 0.25 Teaspoons Ground Cinnamon; 0.25 Teaspoons Paprika; 0.50 Teaspoons Cumin Seeds; 20.00 Grams Walnuts; 200.00 Grams Butternut Squash; 5.00 Grams Fresh Thyme

Vegan
Vegetarian
Festive

A vibrant and wholesome dish that celebrates the flavors of the season. Sweet, tender butternut squash pairs beautifully with hearty chickpeas, enhanced by warm spices like cinnamon and paprika. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted pumpkin seeds for a satisfying crunch, this quick and festive stir-fry is perfect for a cozy winter meal.

by Ashley Lane

Founder & Former Chef / Food Enthusiast

Ashley founded JustCook back in 2014 formerly Livefreshr. Having created 100s of recipes over the years these live on in history and have their place amongst the thousands of new recipes from creators all around the world.

Nutrition Per Serving

Calories 681
Carbs 83.4g
Fat 32.4g
Fibre 21.9g
Protein 23.4g
Sugar 14.7g

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1 step
Prepare your ingredients by draining and rinsing the chickpeas, chopping the butternut squash into small cubes, and chopping the walnuts.
2 step
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and toast for 1 minute until they become fragrant.
3 step
Add the chopped butternut squash to the skillet and stir to coat in the oil and cumin seeds. Cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the squash starts to soften.
4 step
Sprinkle ground cinnamon and paprika over the squash. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
5 step
Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas to the skillet and stir well to mix with the spices. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the chickpeas are warmed through.
6 step
Add the chopped walnuts and stir for 1-2 minutes to lightly toast the nuts and combine them with the squash and chickpeas.
7 step
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve warm, garnished with extra walnuts and thyme if desired. Enjoy your festive butternut squash stir-fry with chickpeas!