Description
Experience the rich, sweet aroma of roasted butternut squash with this flavorful and nutritious recipe. Perfectly caramelized edges and a tender, buttery interior make this dish an autumn favorite for any occasion. Serve it as a delightful side or elevate your main courses with its vibrant taste and health benefits. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or prepping for a cozy night in, this oven-baked butternut squash is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs), peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Peel and cut the butternut squash into uniform cubes for even cooking.
- In a large bowl, toss the squash cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs until well coated.
- Spread the seasoned squash evenly on the baking dish in a single layer.
- Roast in the preheated oven 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: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg