Butternut Squash Risotto w/ Sage + Pumpkin Seeds
Grounding, restorative, sleep-supportive.
A fall bowl for calm, circulation + deep recovery.
Each bite blends comfort + function — rich in magnesium, antioxidants + grounding nutrients that soothe the nervous system + steady your energy. Warm squash delivers beta-carotene + tryptophan-building compounds to support deep, quality sleep. Sage gently calms inflammation + clears mental fog. Pumpkin seeds add zinc + magnesium — two minerals that regulate melatonin + muscle repair.
Butternut Squash Risotto
1 small butternut squash, peeled + cubed
1 cub arborio rice
1 small shallot or 1/2 yellow onion, finely diced
3-4 cups low-sodium vegetable or bone broth, warmed
1/2 cup dry wine, or sub w/ extra broth
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp fresh sage, finely chopped
2 tbsp toasted pumpkin seeds
Sea salt + black ground pepper
Optional: 1-2 tbsp nutritional yeast, Parmesan, or cashew cream for extra richness
Restorative Benefits
Butternut Squash → Rich in antioxidants + tryptophan-supporting amino acids to aid sleep
Sage → Anti-inflammatory + calming for the nervous system
Pumpkin Seeds → Magnesium + zinc for muscle recovery + melatonin production
Olive Oil or Ghee → Supports circulation + steady energy
Arborio Rice → Complex carbs to stabilize blood sugar + promote serotonin production