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How to Cook Butternut Squash Cubes

Learn how to cook butternut squash cubes (including how to peel, cut and deseed) 3 ways! Via the oven, stovetop and microwave!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
For Roasting
30 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 84 kcal
Course: Others
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 large butternut squash
  • olive oil as needed
  • salt as needed

Instructions

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  1. Trim each end off of the squash. Using a sturdy Y-peeler, peel the squash. Cut the peeled squash in half, then scoop and discard the seeds. Cut the squash into 1-inch cubes.
To Roast in Oven:
  1. Preheat the oven to 425˚F. Scatter the cubed squash on a rimmed baking sheet and drizzle lightly with olive oil. Season to taste with salt, then toss with your hands so the oil is evenly distributed. Roast for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring the squash halfway through cooking time, or until caramelized on the outside and tender on the inside.
To Cook on the Stovetop:
  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a small pinch of salt, then add squash cubes. Reduce heat to maintain a gentle boil and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the squash is tender. Drain and serve as desired.
To Cook Squash Cubes in the Microwave:
  1. Add squash cubes to a large microwave safe bowl and add two cups of water. Cover tightly with plastic wrap, and make a few vent holes in the plastic with a fork. Cook for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the squash is tender. Drain and serve as desired.

Notes

  • *Nutrition label is for butternut squash only, not oil or salt.

Nutrition Information

Calories 84kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 22g (7%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 0.2g (0%) Saturated Fat 0.04g (0%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g Monounsaturated Fat 0.01g Sodium 8mg (0%) Potassium 660mg (19%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 19931IU (399%) Vitamin C 39mg (43%) Calcium 90mg (9%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 84

% Daily Value*

Calories 84kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 22g 7%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 0.2g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.04g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.01g 0%
Sodium 8mg 0%
Potassium 660mg 14%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 19931IU 399%
Vitamin C 39mg 43%
Calcium 90mg 9%
Iron 1mg 6%

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

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