Description
This roasted butternut squash dish transforms the humble vegetable into a sweet and savory delight perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. With its caramelized edges and nutty aroma, it’s a culinary celebration that pairs beautifully with both sweet and savory flavors. Easy to prepare and incredibly versatile, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash, peel, and cut the butternut squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds and cut into uniform bite-sized cubes.
- In a large bowl, combine the cubed squash with olive oil, salt, pepper, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Toss 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 golden brown and fork-tender.
- If using maple syrup, drizzle it over the squash during the last five minutes of roasting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg