Brown Sugar Roasted Butternut Squash
A simple yet delicious recipe for Brown Sugar Roasted Butternut Squash that adds warmth and comfort to your dining table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium Butternut Squash (Cubed)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 3 tablespoons Brown Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (Optional, chopped)
Instructions
- Prep Your Squash: Peel, seed, and cube the butternut squash, then chop it into 1-inch cubes.
- Get the Oven Ready: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Mix It Up: Toss the cubed butternut squash with olive oil, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread and Roast: Spread the seasoned squash on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- It’s Time to Roast: Roast the squash for about 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different spices or add nuts for extra flavor and crunch. This dish pairs wonderfully with roasted meats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: butternut squash, roasted squash, fall recipes, vegan, vegetarian, comfort food