Roasted Butternut Squash
User Reviews
5
179 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4
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Course
Side Dish
Roasted Butternut Squash
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Roasted Butternut Squash features tender, caramelized cubes of squash seasoned simply with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roasting at a high temperature brings out a golden brown crust while keeping the interior soft and sweet. Optional parsley garnish adds a fresh touch. This straightforward preparation highlights the natural flavor and texture of the squash, suitable as a side dish.
Description
This recipe starts with peeled, seeded, and cubed butternut squash tossed lightly with extra-virgin olive oil, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper. The cubes spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet roast in a 400°F oven for 30 to 35 minutes until golden edges develop. The roasting process enhances the squash’s natural sweetness and creates a tender texture inside with slightly crisped surfaces.
The finished squash serves well as a simple vegetable side accompanying a variety of main courses. Its mild, sweet flavor and soft bite make it versatile for casual or formal meals. Garnishing with chopped fresh parsley adds color and a mild herbal freshness that contrasts the roasted richness.
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Ingredients
- 1 butternut squash peeled, seeds scooped, and cubed
- extra-virgin olive oil for drizzling
- salt sea salt; freshly ground black pepper
- black pepper sea salt; freshly ground black pepper
- parsley optional, for garnish, chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the squash cubes on the baking sheet and toss with a drizzle of olive oil and pinches of salt and pepper. Roast 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
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