Savory Butternut Squash Galette
Savory Butternut Squash Galette is the ultimate comfort food, combining flaky pastry with a sweet, roasted butternut squash filling enhanced by aromatic herbs. Perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings, this dish is visually stunning and packed with flavor. Impress your guests with this easy-to-make yet gourmet recipe that showcases autumn’s best ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 cups cubed)
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 tsp fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cube the butternut squash and toss with olive oil, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Roast for about 25 minutes until tender.
- In a bowl, combine roasted squash, Parmesan cheese, and a splash of lemon juice.
- Roll out the puff pastry on the prepared baking sheet. Spread the squash mixture in the center, leaving a 2-inch border.
- Fold the edges of the pastry over the filling, creating a rustic edge. Brush with an egg wash.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly before slicing into wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 49mg
Keywords: For added creaminess, consider topping with goat cheese. Substitute butternut squash with sweet potatoes or seasonal vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.