Roasted Butternut Squash (Cubes and Halves)

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5

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Excellent
  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    40 mins

  • Total Time

    45 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    11531 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

Roasted Butternut Squash (Cubes and Halves)

This recipe shows two methods to roast butternut squash: cubed and halved. Cubed squash pieces are tossed with olive oil, salt, and pepper and roasted until caramelized, while halved squash is brushed with oil and roasted cut-side down for a tender, slightly caramelized flesh. Both preparations produce sweet, tender squash suitable as a side dish or ingredient in other recipes.

Description

For the cubed method, the butternut squash is peeled, seeded, and cut into cubes roughly the same size to ensure even roasting. After coating with olive oil, salt, and pepper, the cubes are spread evenly on a baking sheet without overcrowding to allow caramelization on all sides. Tossing halfway through cooking promotes browning. The result is tender cubes with a golden color and sweet roasted flavor.

The halved method involves cutting the squash lengthwise and scooping out the seeds, then brushing the cut side with oil and seasoning lightly. Placing the squash cut side down on the baking sheet causes the flesh to steam slightly while roasting, producing softness and caramelization around the edges. Both techniques take about 40 to 45 minutes at 400°F.

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Ingredients

Servings

Roasted Butternut Squash (Cubes)

  • 1 butternut squash
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
  • black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground

Roasted Butternut Squash (Halves)

  • 1 butternut squash
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
  • black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground

Instructions

Roasted Butternut Squash (Cubes)

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel the squash, slice in half, scoop out the seeds, and cut the squash with a sharp knife into cubes.
  2. Arrange the cubes evenly onto a baking sheet. Make sure your baking sheet isn't overly crowded. If you need to, use a second baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle the oil over the cubes and season with salt, and pepper. Toss the cubes to make sure they're well coated.
  4. Roast the butternut squash for about 40 to 45 minutes. Halfway through, toss the cubes with a spatula so that all edges get nicely caramelized.

Roasted Butternut Squash (Halves)

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the squash in half lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds with a spoon.
  2. Brush the oil evenly onto the cut side of the squash and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Place the squash cut side down on a baking sheet and roast for about 40 to 45 minutes, until the cut edge starts to caramelize.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 115.31kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 21.92g (7%) Protein 1.88g (4%) Fat 3.69g (6%) Saturated Fat 0.52g (3%) Sodium 7.57mg (0%) Potassium 660mg (14%) Fiber 3.75g (15%) Sugar 4.13g (8%) Vitamin A 19931.25IU (399%) Vitamin C 39.38mg (44%) Calcium 90mg (9%) Iron 1.31mg (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 11531 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 115.31kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 21.92g 7%
Protein 1.88g 4%
Fat 3.69g 6%
Saturated Fat 0.52g 3%
Sodium 7.57mg 0%
Potassium 660mg 14%
Fiber 3.75g 15%
Sugar 4.13g 8%
Vitamin A 19931.25IU 399%
Vitamin C 39.38mg 44%
Calcium 90mg 9%
Iron 1.31mg 7%

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

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