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Simple Maple Roasted Butternut Squash

Quick and easy recipe for maple roasted butternut squash cubes. A healthy side dish recipe cooked in the oven and perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Side Dish, Vegetable
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Servings: 5 (Serves 4-6 as a side)
Author: Melissa Griffiths

Ingredients

  • 1/2 of a medium butternut squash peeled and cubed (about 3 cups)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • additional salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet or a 9x13 inch pan with parchment paper or a baking mat.
  • Cube your butternut squash if needed (removing the seeds and skin first).
  • Place the squash in a medium bowl and add the olive oil, maple, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir to evenly coat the squash.
  • Add the squash to the prepared pan, spreading it out to make one even layer.
  • Cover the pan with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes until the squash is fork tender.
  • Remove from the oven, adjust the salt and pepper to taste, and serve hot.

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Notes

  • This is a great candidate for pre-cut and peeled squash you can pick up at the grocery store if you are short on time.
  • Feel free to add herbs or ground cinnamon if you like. I love a dash of cinnamon and a little extra sprinkle of coarse salt on this dish. I also love a pinch of dried sage (sometimes called rubbed sage) and a dash of garlic salt for a more savory flavor.
  • When buying butternut squash, be sure to get one that is firm and blemish-free (no nicks or bruises). It’ll store a few weeks (even months) so feel free to stock up when they go on sale.
  • You can also prep the squash like this ahead of time, chill it, and serve it cold in salads.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 of 5 servings | Calories: 84kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 314mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 8929IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 1mg

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