Maple Ginger Butternut Squash
Infuse your autumn table with the warm, cozy flavors of Maple Ginger Butternut Squash—a perfect blend of sweetness and spice that will elevate your side dish game. Tender cubes of roasted butternut squash are caramelized to golden perfection in a luscious coating of pure maple syrup, fresh grated ginger, and a hint of ground cinnamon. This quick and easy recipe takes just 15 minutes to prep and offers a beautiful balance of earthy, sweet, and subtly spicy flavors, making it a standout addition to any holiday spread or weeknight dinner. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Serve it warm to bring out its aromatic notes and watch it disappear from the table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large (about 3 pounds) butternut squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon (grated) fresh ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Peel the butternut squash, then slice it in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Cut the squash into 1-inch cubes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, maple syrup, grated ginger, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed.
Add the butternut squash cubes to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly with the maple and ginger mixture.
Spread the coated squash cubes in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are not overcrowded.
Roast in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the squash is tender and caramelized on the edges.
Remove the squash from the oven and transfer to a serving dish.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and flavor before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
913 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1245 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 172.5 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.7 g | 160% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.2 g | ||
| Protein | 12.7 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 612 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 4051 mg | 86% | |
*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.
