Grilled Sesame Butternut Squash

Grilled Sesame Butternut Squash.  Ian O'Leary/Getty Images

This is a simple way to grill a butternut squash. Oil and grill this squash and then serve it up with this Japanese-inspired dressing.

Ingredients

• 1 large butternut squash, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon/15 mL oil
• Dressing:
• 2 tablespoons/30 mL soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons/30 mL toasted sesame seeds
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon/15 mL miso paste
• 1 tablespoon/15 mL sugar
• 1 teaspoon/5 mL vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon/5 mL sesame oil
• 1-2 spring onion, finely chopped (optional)

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes

• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: Serves 4 to 6

Preparation

Place butternut squash in a shallow dish, coat well with oil, and set aside. Combine all remaining ingredients, except spring onion, in a small saucepan. Allow mixture to come to a boil, then add spring onions. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Preheat the grill for medium heat. Place squash on the grill and allow to cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side. Remove from grill and top with dressing.