Maple Baked Squash with Balsamic Vinegar
Transform your fall table with this irresistible Maple Baked Squash with Balsamic Vinegar, a dish that combines comforting autumn flavors with a gourmet twist. Perfectly caramelized butternut squash cubes are roasted to golden perfection after being tossed in a luscious blend of pure maple syrup, tangy balsamic vinegar, fragrant rosemary, and aromatic garlic. This easy-to-make yet elegant side dish requires just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to tender, sweet-savory perfection, making it a foolproof option for weeknight dinners or special holiday gatherings. Serve it as a versatile accompaniment to roasted meats or as a standalone vegetarian delight that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large butternut squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Peel the butternut squash, cut it in half lengthwise, and remove the seeds. Chop the squash into 1-inch cubes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Add the cubed squash to the bowl and toss until each piece is evenly coated with the sauce.
Spread the coated squash in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, flipping the squash halfway through, until it’s tender and caramelized around the edges.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
984 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 364 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 190.3 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.9 g | 157% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.4 g | ||
| Protein | 13.0 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 586 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 3969 mg | 84% | |
*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.
