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Roasted Butternut Squash
Sometimes I just want a simple side dish for dinner that’s easy, healthy, and crave-worthy… Lucky, roasted butternut squash hits all of these marks!
It’s Easy:
Simply peel and chop into cubes, just like you would to roast a potato. Lightly oil and season to taste. Then the oven does all the heavy lifting.
Note: The butternut squash’s skin is pretty thick, so you want to make sure you don’t leave any of it behind. It won’t hurt you, but it makes the edge pieces tougher to eat.
It’s Healthy:
As the saying goes, this winter squash is “good and good for you.” Since it is packed with fiber, it is filling, aids in proper digestion, and promotes a healthy weight. It’s also packed with loads of vitamins and minerals including vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, and potassium.
Best of all, butternut squash by itself is only about 82 calories and 22 carbs per 1 cup serving! (Click here to check out more nutritional information on Healthline.)
It’s Crave-Worthy:
When you smell roasted butternut squash in the oven…. mmmm. It’s a magical combination of sweet and savory, especially when you get a few of those caramelized pieces. It’s so good, you won’t even care that it’s good for you! You’ll just want to eat it because it’s so comforting and satisfying!
The roasted pieces are soft and tender. Actually, they’re very similar to a sweet potato in texture (and color). But butternut squash has approximately half the calories and carbs than its starchy counterpart, making it a better choice for anyone who needs to watch their blood sugar.
I don’t know about you… But if I can get the warm, cozy satisfaction of a “sweet potato” for fewer carbs and calories, I’m ALL over that!
Tips & Recommendations:
When I make this squash, I love to pair it with some roasted chicken or my favorite bourbon cherry glazed meatloaf.
Speaking of roasted chicken! You can make your entire dinner on one sheet pan by roasting some seasoned chicken thighs, too! Since chicken usually only takes about 20-25 minutes to roast, I usually just add the chicken to the pan when I stir the squash midway through baking. Make sure your chicken reaches 165 F on a digital thermometer.
P.S. I LOVE this digital thermometer from Amazon! I use it all the time. It’s useful for checking internal temps on meat, making candy, and all sorts of things. The digital screen is easy to read, the cap attaches to the back so you don’t misplace it, and the housing is waterproof which makes it easy to clean! (Though, I would not recommend putting it in the dishwasher.)
I hope you enjoy this simple and delicious roasted butternut squash! I find it to be an all around great choice for a healthy, wholesome side dish.
Roasted Butternut Squash
Simple and delicious
Ingredients
- 1 Butternut Squash (about 3 lb)
- 3 T. Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 F.
- Peel the skin off the squash. Cut the squash in half and remove all the seeds.
- Cut the squash into 1" cubes.
- Arrange cubes on a baking sheet that is lined with either foil or parchment paper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the cubes and toss a little to coat. Spread the cubes in a single layer on the pan so they bake evenly. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, stirring once half way through. Cubes should be soft and easily poked with a fork (think "baked potato" doneness).
- Serve while hot. Enjoy!
Notes
It's really easy to add some seasoned chicken thighs to the sheet pan and roast them both together. Since chicken usually only takes about 20-25 minutes to roast, I usually just add the chicken to the pan when I stir the squash midway through baking. Make sure your chicken reaches 165 F on a digital thermometer.
One-pan meal, for the win!
Nutrition Information
Yield 4 Serving Size 1Amount Per Serving Calories 110Total Fat 10gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 8gCholesterol 0mgSodium 76mgCarbohydrates 5gFiber 2gSugar 1gProtein 0g
This Nutritional information was calculated by Nutritionix.com based on the above ingredients list, and is provided as an estimation. Actual results may vary based on brands of ingredients and measurement accuracy.
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