Description
Buttercup squash is a seasonal favorite that adds warmth and sweetness to any meal. This simple yet flavorful recipe showcases its creamy texture and nutty taste, making it a perfect side dish for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. With minimal effort, you can impress your guests while enjoying the comforting aroma of roasted buttercup squash wafting through your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium buttercup squash (about 2 lbs)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Fresh herbs (optional): thyme or rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the buttercup squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
- Drizzle olive oil over both halves, then season with salt, pepper, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Place the squash cut-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast for 30-40 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
- If using fresh herbs, sprinkle them on top during the last 10 minutes of roasting.
- Let cool slightly before serving as is or mashed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg