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Baked Butternut Squash

If you are looking for the perfect fall side dish, make Baked Butternut Squash. It is healthy, delicious and easy to make with a ton of savory flavors.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 100 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 medium butternut squash
  • 2 Tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Peel the butternut squash. Cut the squash in half and remove the seeds.  Dice the butternut squash into bite size pieces (approximately 1 inch pieces).
  3. Place the squash in a large mixing bowl, top with the olive oil and seasoning.  Toss the thoroughly coat the squash with the olive oil and seasonings.
  4. Place the squash on a single layer on a baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the squash is tender and the outside edges start to brown slightly.  Toss the squash halfway through the cooking time to ensure that they cook evenly.
  6. Remove from the oven.  Serve immediately while warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days.
  • Peel the butternut squash with a potato peeler prior to cutting and dicing the squash for this recipe.

Nutrition Information

Calories 100kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Sodium 393mg (16%) Potassium 453mg (13%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 13294IU (266%) Vitamin C 26mg (29%) Calcium 67mg (7%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 100

% Daily Value*

Calories 100kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 393mg 16%
Potassium 453mg 10%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 13294IU 266%
Vitamin C 26mg 29%
Calcium 67mg 7%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.