Roasted Butternut Squash
This simple roasted butternut squash recipe delivers soft, caramelized cubes with minimal effort. Perfect as a healthy side dish for everyday dinners or festive holiday meals. Naturally sweet, fiber-rich, and easy to season in savory or sweet ways.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking Sheet
- Mixing bowl
- Vegetable peeler
- Sharp knife
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 medium butternut squash about 2–3 pounds
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper cracked or ground
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning or Herbs de Provence
Optional Finish
- 4 tablespoons butter for browned butter drizzle
- 1 teaspoon honey mix with browned butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and grease a baking sheet lightly.
- Peel the butternut squash using a vegetable peeler, slice it in half lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds and stringy parts.
- Cut the squash into 1-inch cubes and place them on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Drizzle olive oil over the cubes and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and herbs. Toss again to distribute the seasonings.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the squash is tender and golden on the edges.
- Optional: Melt butter in a small pan until golden brown, stir in honey, and drizzle over the roasted squash before serving.
Notes
- For a sweeter variation, swap the herbs for cinnamon and finish with a drizzle of honey.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- To freeze: let the roasted squash cool completely, then freeze in a solid container to maintain texture.
- Reheat gently in the oven or microwave before serving.
- Butternut squash pairs well with garlic, thyme, rosemary, paprika, cumin, and even a sprinkle of nutmeg for fall flair.
- The browned butter and honey drizzle is optional but adds a rich, nutty flavor contrast.
- Calories: 147 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 1 mg
- Sodium: 404 mg
- Potassium: 460 mg
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 3 g
- Vitamin A: 13,304 IU
- Vitamin C: 26 mg
- Calcium: 72 mg
- Iron: 1 mg