Roasted Butternut Squash Recipe
Servings: 4
This roasted butternut squash is pure comfort, crispy-edged, melt-in-your-mouth cubes seasoned with fresh garlic, rosemary, thyme, and sage. Roasted in heart-healthy avocado oil and finished with sea salt and black pepper, it's a nourishing side that tastes like a comforting autumn afternoon.
Equipment
- oven
Ingredients
- 2 lb butternut squash 1 whole squash
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- ¼ tsp sea salt, unrefined
- ¼ tsp black pepper, ground ground
- 1 tbsp rosemary fresh, finely minced
- 1 tbsp thyme fresh, leaves
- 1 tbsp sage fresh, finely minced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400° F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Peel butternut squash. On a large, flat cutting board, cut the butternut squash in half, lengthwise. Remove the seeds from the bulbous part.
- Cut the butternut squash halves into 1 inch cubes.
- Toss the cubes with avocado oil and all seasonings. Spread out evenly on prepared baking sheet and Roast 15-20 minutes or until the pieces are fork tender.
- Carefully remove baking sheet from oven and stir the cubes. Return to oven and broil 3-5 minutes to caramelize the edges. Watch closely so the cubes don't burn.
- Serve it in a pot and enjoy a warm dish with your family.
Notes
- Meal prep friendly: This roasted butternut squash stores well for up to 4 days in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat in the oven or enjoy cold in grain bowls or salads.
- Make it a full meal: Toss with cooked quinoa, farro, or lentils for a hearty vegetarian dish.
- No butternut squash? Swap in cubed sweet potatoes, acorn squash, or even carrots. The flavor and texture will change slightly, but all roast up beautifully.
- Add crunch: Top with toasted pepitas, chopped pecans, or crispy chickpeas for texture and extra flavor just before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 182kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Trans Fat: 0.01g, Cholesterol: 3mg, Sodium: 179mg, Potassium: 834mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 5g, Vitamin A: 24211IU, Vitamin C: 51mg, Calcium: 127mg, Iron: 2mg