Description
A comforting and easy recipe for roasted butternut squash.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel the butternut squash and cut it into small, even cubes.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced squash, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme.
- Toss everything together until the squash is evenly coated.
- Spread the squash on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the squash is tender and lightly browned.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute butternut squash with sweet potatoes or carrots.
- Use vegetable oil if olive oil is not preferred.
- Add a sprinkle of cinnamon for a sweet touch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 82
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 200 milligrams
- Fat: 4 grams
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 18 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
Keywords: butternut squash, roasted vegetables, easy recipe, healthy side dish