Low Carb Perfectly Roasted Squash
Elevate your side dish game with this flavorful and nutritious recipe for Low Carb Perfectly Roasted Squash! Featuring tender butternut squash roasted to golden perfection, this dish is seasoned with a harmonious blend of garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and a touch of salt, then finished with fragrant fresh thyme for a truly irresistible flavor profile. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple baking instructions, it's an easy yet impressive addition to your low-carb meal plan that’s both wholesome and satisfying. Perfect as a comforting side or a stand-alone veggie-forward main, this gluten-free and keto-friendly dish will leave your taste buds craving more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Butternut Squash
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Begin by peeling, seeding, and cubing the butternut squash into 1-inch pieces.
In a large bowl, combine the squash cubes with olive oil, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
Sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt evenly over the squash and toss again to distribute the spices uniformly.
Spread the squash pieces evenly in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork.
Remove from the oven and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves.
Serve warm as a delightful low-carb side dish or enjoy as a nutritious main.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
762 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.2 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2402 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.8 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.6 g | 109% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.2 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 394 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 2675 mg | 57% | |
*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.
