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Butternut Squash Recipes: 7 Healthy Weeknight Meals

Discover 7 healthy and delicious weeknight meals featuring versatile butternut squash. These recipes are perfect for adding a nutritious and flavorful touch to your dinner table with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • large bowl

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 medium butternut squash peeled and cubed

Additional Ingredients (example)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper on the prepared baking sheet.

Cooking

  • Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and lightly caramelized, flipping halfway through.

Serving Suggestion

  • Serve roasted butternut squash as a side dish, or incorporate it into your favorite weeknight meal.

Notes

Butternut squash can be prepped ahead of time. Store peeled and cubed squash in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.