"A healthy fall or winter appetizer - great for Thanksgiving, the holidays, or just for snacking! Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 cup cubed butternut squash (½ inch cubes)
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1 large or 2 medium garlic cloves
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1½ cups cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
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¼ cup tahini
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3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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½ teaspoon cumin
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½ teaspoon coriander
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½ teaspoon cayenne, less if sensitive to spice
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½ teaspoon sea salt, plus more for sprinkling
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¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
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¼ cup water, or as needed
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freshly ground black pepper
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¼ cup POM POMS pomegranate arils
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¼ cup feta cheese
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2 tablespoons chopped parsley
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2 tablespoons microgreens, optional
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drizzle of olive oil
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pita, crackers and/or veggies