Zucchini Noodles and Butternut Squash in a Garlic-Lemon Sauce

Ingredients and Weight:

• Butternut squash, peeled and cubed (2 pounds)
• Garlic, minced (1 head)
• Zucchini, spiralized into noodles (1 large)
• Olive oil (1/2 cup)
• Lemon juice (1/2 cup)
• Lemon zest (1 tablespoon)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Preparation Time: 20 minutes

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Difficulty Level: 2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss butternut squash with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Roast butternut squash on a baking sheet for 20-25 minutes, or until tender.
4. Heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
6. Add zucchini noodles and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
7. Stir in roasted butternut squash, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until heated through.
9. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Serving size: 1 cup
• Calories: 200
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Protein: 5g
• Fat: 10g
• Fiber: 5g
• Vitamin A: 25% of daily value
• Vitamin C: 10% of daily value

Dish Characteristics:

• Vegetarian
• Gluten-free
• Light and flavorful
• Bright and vibrant
• Perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal

User Comments:

• "This dish is a fantastic combination of flavors and textures."
• "The zucchini noodles add a nice crunch, while the butternut squash is soft and creamy."
• "The garlic-lemon sauce is the perfect finishing touch."
• "I love that this dish is so easy to make."
• "I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a hit."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful when spiraling the zucchini to avoid injury.
• If you don't have a spiralizer, you can use a julienne peeler to create zucchini ribbons.
• To save time, you can roast the butternut squash ahead of time and reheat it when ready to serve.