Description
A simple and delicious butternut squash recipe perfect for beginners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel the butternut squash and cut it into small cubes.
- In a bowl, mix the diced squash with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Spread the squash evenly on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Make sure to cut the squash into uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Check the squash after 20 minutes to avoid overcooking.
- You can add herbs like rosemary or thyme for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 82
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: butternut squash, easy recipe, beginner cooking