Roasted Butternut Squash
A warm and comforting roasted butternut squash that’s perfect for fall gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the butternut squash in half lengthwise and remove the seeds.
- Peel and cube the squash into bite-sized pieces.
- Toss the squash with olive oil, salt, pepper, and cinnamon if using.
- Spread the squash in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
- Drizzle with maple syrup before serving, if desired.
Notes
For easy peeling, microwave the squash for a few minutes to soften the skin. Experiment with different spices to customize flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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