Roasted Butternut Squash
Follow this easy Roasted Butternut Squash recipe to roast squash to caramelized perfection every time.
Hate vegetables? Roasting can change your relationship with them forever. No more mushy, grey, tasteless pile of have-to-eat-it-because-it’s-good-for-you.
There aren’t many vegetables that don’t taste fabulous roasted in some olive oil, garlic, and salt. Roasting vegetables brings out the sweetness and flavor of an otherwise blah vegetable. And winter squash is no exception.
Roasted Butternut Squash
Butternut squash tastes absolutely delicious when roasted. Golden brown, caramelized, and perfectly seasoned.
Whenever I make roasted squash, there’s never a single piece of squash left.
This dish is so scrumptious that it’s worthy of a special occasion. And yet it’s so easy-to-make, we find ourselves enjoying it even on every-day days.
Is Butternut Squash Healthy?
The rich-orange flesh of this winter veggie is super high in nutrients such as vitamin A and magnesium. It’s also loaded with disease-fighting antioxidants.
Where to Buy Butternut Squash
Winter squash is a seasonal vegetable. In the U.S., the best time to buy good butternut squash is in the autumn months.
Look for a squash that is heavy for its size (about 2 to 3 pounds in weight), without any significant bruises or cuts in the skin.
How to Store Butternut Squash
Butternut squash is a good keeper. It does not need to be refrigerated. It keeps best in a cool, dark place for several weeks.
How to Cut Butternut Squash
Winter squash can be a little intimidating when it comes to cutting it, but if done right, it’s really quite easy. Click here for my step-by-step instructions for cutting a butternut squash.
Roasted Butternut Squash
Ingredients
- 8 cups peeled and cubed butternut squash - (2 small to medium squash)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons granulated onion
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rubbed sage
- 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Peel squash and remove seeds. Cut into 1 1/2” chunks and place in a large mixing bowl.
- Drizzle olive oil over squash and mix until all pieces are coated evenly.
- Stir in seasonings, taking care to mix well.
- Distribute single layer onto baking sheets.
- Bake at 400° for 35 minutes or until pieces are tender and lightly browned on edges. Baking time will vary depending on age of squash and size of squash pieces.
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I made these today, and WOW! are they good. It’s a regular on my menu from now on.
I’m glad you like it! Roasted squash is definitely a favorite at our house.
We made this for lunch today. I don’t care for squash very much, but I love it made this way!
I’m happy you found a way to enjoy squash. : )
Good stuff!
Thank you for the “how to guide” on peeling and cutting squash. I have used your method a couple of times in the last few weeks. It made cutting the squash much less dreadful 🙂
My family and I really enjoyed this recipe as well. Roasting veggies is a new thing for me…and I love it!
You’re very welcome, Becky. I’m glad it was useful. And happy to hear you’re enjoying roasted veggies. 🙂
I made this the other night and even my children , who despise vegetables, ate this dish with gusto. Thank you!
I love hearing that! Success! 🙂
Thanks for your comment, Jenn.
Just made this tonight and exceeded my taste sensations! Absolutely delicious. I know cinnamon doesnt go with all the other herbs in this recipe but I covered them in cinnamon when they came out because tasted like it would go together with butternut squash and let me just tell you this was like a dessert! I could see it being pureed in a pie crust with fresh whipped cream on top but Ill stick to this healthier version since I am avoiding all sugar that is not natural. Thank you for sharing 🙂
More Roasted Vegetable Recipes: If you are obsessed with roasting vegetables like I am, I have a lot of great recipes for you to try, or you can check out my entire collection of roasted vegetables ! This roasted butternut squash is both spicy and sweet and is 100% perfect! It s an easy and healthy side dish that the whole family will love.