Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsNeomonde Mediterranean DurhamLarge Butternut Chickpea Recipe

Large Butternut Chickpea Recipe

Time1h
Serves16

Butternut squash, chickpeas, pomegranate kernels, red onion, cilantro. (Servings 16-20)

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Ingredients

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Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 2

    Peel, seed, and cube the butternut squash into 1-inch pieces.

  3. 3

    Finely chop the red onion and cilantro.

  4. 4

    Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas.

Cooking

  1. 5

    In a large bowl, combine the cubed butternut squash, chopped red onion, chickpeas, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and cumin. Mix until the squash is well coated.

  2. 6

    Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the squash is tender and slightly caramelized.

Assembly

  1. 7

    Once the butternut squash mixture is done roasting, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.

  2. 8

    In a serving bowl, combine the roasted butternut squash mixture with pomegranate kernels and chopped cilantro. Toss gently to combine.

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