Dairy-Free Simple Baked Butternut Squash
Elevate your side dish game with this Dairy-Free Simple Baked Butternut Squash recipe, perfect for those seeking a wholesome yet effortless addition to their meals. Featuring tender, caramelized butternut squash cubes roasted to perfection with a vibrant blend of garlic, fresh rosemary, olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper, this recipe strikes the ideal balance between savory and naturally sweet flavors. With just 15 minutes of preparation and a hands-off bake time, it’s the ideal dish for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and packed with nutrients, this oven-roasted squash pairs beautifully with salads, grain bowls, or as a flavorful accompaniment to your favorite proteins. Simple ingredients, straightforward techniques, and irresistible results make this recipe a go-to staple for healthy, homemade comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium butternut squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary
- 2 cloves garlic
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Peel the butternut squash using a vegetable peeler. Cut off both ends, then slice the squash in half lengthwise.
Scoop out the seeds using a spoon or melon baller, then cut the squash into 1-inch cubes for even baking.
Place the squash cubes into a large mixing bowl.
Mince the garlic cloves finely and add them to the bowl with the squash.
Finely chop the fresh rosemary and add it to the mixing bowl.
Add the olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the bowl and toss everything together to evenly coat the squash cubes.
Spread the coated squash cubes onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer to ensure even roasting.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the squash is tender and lightly caramelized, flipping halfway through baking time for even roasting.
Once baked, remove from the oven and serve warm as a side dish or enjoy as a delicious addition to salads or grain bowls.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
822 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.3 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1238 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.0 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.2 g | 161% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.7 g | ||
| Protein | 13.1 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 588 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 4009 mg | 85% | |
*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.
