Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of roasted butternut squash this Thanksgiving. This easy-to-make dish features sweet, caramelized pieces of squash that elevate any holiday spread. With a golden-brown exterior and tender interior, it’s a delightful addition to your festive meal. Enjoy its versatility as a side or vegetarian main dish, perfect for gatherings with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ? tsp salt
- ? tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400?F (200?C).
- Slice off both ends of the butternut squash and cut it in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds.
- Cube the squash into 1-inch pieces.
- In a large bowl, toss the cubed squash with olive oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned squash on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and fork-tender.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 175mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg