Roasted Butternut Squash
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of roasted butternut squash, a perfect dish for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. With its caramelized edges and creamy texture, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a heartwarming side that pairs beautifully with any meal. Whether enjoyed on its own or as an ingredient in salads and grain bowls, roasted butternut squash is a culinary hug that brings warmth to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice both ends off the butternut squash, cut it in half lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds.
- Drizzle olive oil over the cut sides, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, and optional maple syrup and cinnamon.
- Place the squash halves cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- Flip the squash cut-side up and return it to the oven for an additional 10 minutes to achieve caramelization.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with nuts or fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (85g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg