Grilled Butternut Squash
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Grilled Butternut Squash
Description
This recipe starts by cutting and scooping seeds from whole butternut squash, then slicing into manageable pieces without peeling. The squash is tossed in a dressing made from neutral cooking oil, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, and fresh lime juice, which adds sweetness, seasoning, and acidity to the flesh.
Grilling the squash over direct heat for 10-15 minutes softens it while providing grill marks and mild smoky flavor. Turning the pieces ensures even cooking. The optional step of microwaving or steaming the squash beforehand speeds cooking but is not necessary.
After grilling, lime zest is sprinkled over along with optional red chili flakes and fresh cilantro, which add a bright, slightly spicy finish. This grilled butternut squash works well as a side dish or salad topping and can add seasonal interest to meals.
Ingredients
- 1 pound butternut squash 450g
- 2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
To serve (optional)
- ½ teaspoon red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped
Instructions
- Heat a grill until hot.
- Meanwhile, prepare the butternut squash: Wash the outside of the squash well. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the butternut squash in half and scoop out and discard the seeds. There is no need to peel the squash.
- Place the half squash on the cutting board with the cut side down (so it doesn’t roll) and cut in half again, then slice into ½-inch slices.
- TIP: To make them cook quicker on the grill, microwave or steam the squash pieces for a few minutes before tossing in the dressing.
- Mix the oil, brown sugar, salt and pepper and lime juice in a large bowl. Add the squash pieces and toss to coat. Reserve any leftover dressing.
- Place the squash onto the grate and grill (uncovered) for 10-15 minutes, or until tender, turning occassionally.
- Place the cooked squash onto a serving plate, drizzle with any leftover dressing, and sprinkle with the lime zest, chili flakes and cilantro.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 139 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 139kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Sodium | 301mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 427mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 12148IU | 243% |
| Vitamin C | 27mg | 30% |
| Calcium | 63mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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