Maple Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash (Printer View)

Sweet, roasted butternut squash glazed with maple for a rich, caramelized flavor; great seasonal side dish.

# What You'll Need:

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01 - 2 pounds butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes

→ Glaze

02 - 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Method Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Evenly spread butternut squash cubes onto the prepared sheet.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, olive oil, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper until thoroughly combined.
03 - Drizzle the maple glaze over the butternut squash cubes. Toss gently with a spatula to ensure every piece is well coated.
04 - Transfer the baking sheet to the oven. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping pieces halfway through, until squash is caramelized and fork tender.
05 - Arrange roasted butternut squash on a serving platter. Serve warm as a side dish.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses only a handful of fresh and pantry ingredients
  • Naturally vegan and gluten free for easy crowd pleasing
  • Roasting brings out deep nutty flavors
  • Perfect for meal prep or holidays since it reheats well
02 -
  • Rich in vitamin A and potassium for everyday nutrition
  • Pairs well with hearty mains from roast chicken to grain bowls
  • Keeps well in the fridge and is great in leftovers
03 -
  • For extra caramelization leave the squash undisturbed for the first fifteen minutes of roasting
  • If the edges brown too quickly tent loosely with foil for the last ten minutes
  • Cutting the squash into uniform pieces helps them cook evenly and look prettier on the plate
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