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Maple Roasted Butternut Squash

Maple Roasted Butternut Squash is made with tender squash covered in a sticky maple syrup thyme sauce, then topped with pecans and dried cranberries.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 146 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2.5 lbs butternut squash peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground pepper
  • 3-4 sprigs of fresh thyme leaves picked
  • Optional: dried cranberries and pecans to serve

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 400F.
  2. In a small bowl, add maple syrup, oil, garlic, salt, and thyme. Mix well to combine.
  3. Place the prepared butternut squash to a large bowl and pour over the maple mixture. Mix until evenly coated.
  4. Transfer the squash and spread it evenly to a large baking dish or a rimmed baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 30-40 min, or until the tops start to brown and caramelize.
  6. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool.
  7. Garnish with extra thyme, dried cranberries and pecans if desired.

Notes

  • Butternut squash: Buy it whole or buy it peeled and chopped.
  • Maple syrup: Use real maple syrup (not pancake syrup) for the best results. You can also substitute honey.
  • Fresh thyme: You can substitute it with dried thyme, but it won't be as flavorful.
  • If your squash is tender but not golden brown on the edges, you can broil it for a few minutes, in the end, to help it caramelize.
  • Storage: Store in a sealed container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 146kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 27g (9%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 396mg (17%) Potassium 680mg (19%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 20090IU (402%) Vitamin C 40mg (44%) Calcium 100mg (10%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 146

% Daily Value*

Calories 146kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 27g 9%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 396mg 17%
Potassium 680mg 14%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 20090IU 402%
Vitamin C 40mg 44%
Calcium 100mg 10%
Iron 1mg 6%

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