Butternut Squash with Garlic and Olive Oil
Transform your side dish game with this simple yet flavorful recipe for Butternut Squash with Garlic and Olive Oil. This oven-roasted delight combines the natural sweetness of tender butternut squash with the warm, savory kick of garlic, all brought together with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Seasoned with just the right touch of salt and black pepper—and a sprinkle of fresh thyme for an optional herbal twist—every bite is perfectly caramelized and irresistibly golden. Ready in just under an hour, this healthy, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly dish makes the perfect accompaniment to any meal, whether it's a holiday feast or a casual weeknight dinner. Serve it fresh from the oven and let its simple, rustic charm win over your taste buds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized Butternut squash
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Peel the butternut squash using a vegetable peeler. Cut off the top and bottom, then slice the squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds using a spoon.
Cut the squash into evenly sized cubes, about 1 inch in size, and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves. Add the minced garlic to the bowl with the squash.
Drizzle the olive oil over the squash and garlic. Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, and optional fresh thyme evenly over the mixture.
Toss everything in the bowl until the squash is evenly coated with the oil and seasonings.
Spread the squash in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Avoid overcrowding to ensure even roasting.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 30-35 minutes, flipping the squash cubes halfway through cooking for even browning.
Check for doneness by piercing the squash with a fork; it should be tender and lightly caramelized on the edges.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and transfer the squash to a serving dish. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
649 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.6 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2389 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.2 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.4 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 299 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1982 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
