Grilled Butternut Squash in a Foil Packet
Fire up the grill and make grilled butternut squash in a foil packet for a super simple side that's perfect for fresh summer meals!
Servings: 8 (Makes 4 cups)
Ingredients
- 1 medium butternut squash peeled, seeded, and cubed
- 1-2 tablespoons melted butter or olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 pieces of foil 18 inches long each
Instructions
- Place the cubed butternut squash (about 4 cups) in a medium bowl.
- Drizzle with melted butter or olive oil, and sprinkle with the salt and pepper.
- Use your hands or a spoon to stir well so that the squash get coated evenly with the butter/oil.
- Place the two pieces of foil on top of each other so that they are layered over one another. Place the butternut squash in the center.
- Pull the two short sides up together, and fold them down. Fold up the other two ends to seal the squash into a foil packet.
- Grill over medium-low to medium heat for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the squash is tender.
- Serve with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil is really helpful for packet cooking. It'd be a great investment for all your summer grilling.
- Don't discount the recipe just because it's for squash - you might actually like squash when it's cooked this way!
- This is a great, simple side dish that will go with so many delicious summer meals.
- Squash is packed with so many vitamins and minerals. Delicious and good for you too!
Nutrition
Serving: 0.5 cups | Calories: 55kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 160mg | Potassium: 331mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 10010IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 1mg
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