Spice Crusted Roasted Butternut Squash
Elevate your fall-inspired side dish game with this Spice Crusted Roasted Butternut Squash recipe. Bursting with bold flavors, this dish features tender, caramelized cubes of butternut squash coated in a tantalizing blend of paprika, cumin, cinnamon, garlic powder, and a touch of cayenne for a subtle spicy kick. Roasted to perfection in just 35 minutes, the warm and earthy spices turn this seasonal favorite into a show-stopping accompaniment for any meal. Finished with a vibrant sprinkle of fresh parsley, this savory and slightly sweet dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grain bowls, or seasonal salads. Perfectly simple yet deeply flavorful, this recipe is a must-try for fans of cozy, spiced comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large butternut squash
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.75 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Peel the butternut squash, cut it in half lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds. Dice the squash into 1-inch cubes.
Place the squash cubes onto the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat evenly.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the paprika, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the butternut squash cubes. Toss again to ensure the squash is well coated.
Spread the seasoned squash into a single layer on the baking sheet to ensure even roasting.
Roast in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, flipping the squash halfway through, until the edges are lightly caramelized and the squash is tender.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve warm as a flavorful side dish or enjoy as part of a grain bowl or salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
216 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.7 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 379 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.7 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 888 mg | 19% | |
*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.
