Description
Embrace autumn with this delightful roasted butternut squash recipe! The sweet, nutty flavor of caramelized butternut squash creates the perfect side dish for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this dish transforms any meal into a comforting experience that brings family and friends together. Enjoy it solo, in salads, or paired with your favorite proteins!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2–3 lbs)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon or nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut off both ends of the butternut squash, peel it, and slice it in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds.
- Cube the squash into 1-inch pieces for even cooking.
- In a large bowl, toss the cubed squash with olive oil, salt, pepper, and any optional spices until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned squash on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through until tender and caramelized.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¾ cup (100g)
- Calories: 82
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 293mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg