Roasted Butternut Squash with Brown Sugar

Roasted Butternut Squash with Brown Sugar

This sweet, savory, and simple recipe for roasted butternut with brown sugar makes a wonderful side dish for your holiday or everyday table.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Yield:
6 servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 8 cups cubed butternut squash (1-inch)
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Himalayan sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • ¼ cup coarsely chopped candied pecans

Directions

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil.

Step 2
Combine squash, olive oil, brown sugar, sea salt, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper in a large bowl; toss until squash is evenly coated. Spread squash in an even layer onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3
Roast in the preheated oven, turning midway through, until edges are lightly browned and centers are tender, 40 to 45 minutes. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with nuts.

Cook’s Notes:

8 cups of butternut squash is about 3 pounds, or approximately 1 large squash.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

174
Calories
6g
Fat
29g
Carbs
4g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 174
% Daily Value *
Total Fat6g 8%
Saturated Fat1g 5%
Sodium334mg 15%
Total Carbohydrate29g 10%
Dietary Fiber5g 16%
Total Sugars9g
Protein4g
Vitamin C39mg 196%
Calcium95mg 7%
Iron5mg 28%
Potassium714mg 15%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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