I purchased a BIG bag of butternut squash from TJ’s on Monday and knew I had to make it asap (squash always goes bad on me?!). I wanted to search out a new recipe, but decided to go with what I know and love.
I tossed the squash with a can and a half of chickpeas in maple syrup, cinnamon, salt and a bit of olive oil. Roast at 425 for 30 minutes or until properly charred 
Half way through cooking I added more maple syrup, salt and cinnamon when I stirred it. While it was cooking I made couscous with vegetable broth for extra flavor on the side.
Maple roasted butternut squash and chickpeas on a bed of couscous – that’s a long name for a simple dish!
Earlier today I had a plate of random things for a snack – apple, cashews, raisins, Attune chocolate bar (I went back for the other half when this was gone).
Now I’m settling in with a mug of tea and my 2nd Vitatop of the evening -I have a problem.
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Good night friends
I have a vitatop problem too. It’s getting to be an expensive addiction, too!
I am making this for dinner tonight! I have a butternut squash I need to use up. What can I use instead of maple syrup?
You can use sugar and olive oil or agave, but it’s not as sweet.
That’s totally how I feel about tea. Ew.
That looks DELICIOUS! Do you ever use dried chickpeas instead of canned? Do you need to handle them any differently (outside of the initial soak)?
I’ve cooked them myself before, you need to soak them and then boil for a bit until they’re soft.
I eat a vitatop every day. Were it not for the ridiculous price on my poor kid budget, I would probably eat more. I’m just cheap like that.
Wow those chick peas and squash looks amazing! I’ll have to give that combination a try!
my parents are both 0 so i’m pretty sure i’m an 0 but i dont really know for sure – sad aint it?
I get my cholesterol checked on a yearly basis. I have a history of high cholesterol – probably genetic. Its a constant battleeeeeee
Yum, great idea to use maple syrup. Very autumn-y!
Reading this makes me feel like I need more chickpeas in my life – and more maple syrup. Love those flavors!
Why is it that the most simple recipes have the most complicated names? LoL
Hope the night was relaxing and enjoyable my dear.
I hope this doesn’t sound stupid, but did you put dry or cooked chickpeas? Because they look kinda big for ”fresh” chickpeas, so I’m a bit confused. I love both pumpkin and chickpeas, so I’m definitely gonna try this! 😀
They are canned, not “fresh”.
You do love your chickpeas, don’t you?! I just had my wisdom teeth removed this afternoon, so once I’m ready to start eating things past soup and Greek yogurt, I might have to try the squash/chickpea combo.
love your snack plate
& i love hot water w. leaves 😉
Butternut squash always goes bad on me, too, but this looks like an amazing way to make use of it! Is it very sweet with all of the maple syrup? How much do you add? I love that you’re so into chickpeas–they’re definitely my favorite (and I LOVED your Halloween costume!). Enjoy your night!
I used about 1/4c – but I always add more when I taste it.