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Simple Roasted Butternut Squash

Simple Roasted Butternut Squash is a fuss-free, flavorful way to enjoy this nutrient-packed winter vegetable. Tossed in olive oil, lightly seasoned with salt, pepper, and optional herbs like thyme or rosemary, the cubes roast to golden perfection in under 30 minutes. Ideal for weeknight dinners, holiday feasts, or meal prep, it’s a naturally sweet and savory side that pairs beautifully with just about anything.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 177
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium butternut squash
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Parchment paper (optional, for easy cleanup)
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Vegetable peeler
  • Sharp knife and cutting board
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Peel butternut squash with a sharp vegetable peeler. Cut in half lengthwise; scoop out and discard seeds.
  3. Cut halves into 1-inch slices, then cut slices into 1-inch cubes.
  4. Combine butternut squash cubes, olive oil, and garlic in a large bowl and toss until well coated. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  6. Roast in the preheated oven until squash is lightly browned and tender when pierced with a fork, 25 to 35 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 177kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 11mgPotassium: 905mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin C: 54mgCalcium: 125mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Naturally sweet, caramelized, and perfectly tender, this roasted butternut squash is the ultimate no-fuss seasonal side.

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