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Published: Nov 3, 2022 by Kathy · This post may contain affiliate links

Roasted Butternut Squash

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Cubed squash in a white bowl.

Oven Roasted Butternut Squash is such an easy and delicious way to prepare butternut squash. The oven roasting cooks the squash perfectly and adds just a bit of caramelization to the squash adding extra flavor.

Perfect for holiday or everyday meals.

A bowl filled with cooked butternut squash.
Table of Contents
A perfect roasted vegetable
Key ingredients
Step by step directions
Recipe tips
Frequently asked questions
How to cut butternut squash
Recipe variations
Serving suggestions
More delicious vegetable recipes
Oven Roasted Butternut Squash

A perfect roasted vegetable

Roasting vegetables in the oven is easy and brings out the natural flavors in the vegetable. This roasted butternut squash is no exception to oven roasting. It's easy and delicious.

The oven cooks or roasts the veggie, and brings out the natural sugars during the caramelization.The same principle applies with these roasted brussels sprouts and roasted asparagus.

Oven roasting also works when cooking meat, like in these oven roasted chicken thighs and this oven roasted pork loin.

Roasted butternut squash is a perfect vegetable side dish that works with just about any main dish. Serve at Thanksgiving instead of sweet potatoes or for everyday dinners.

If you have any leftover roasted butternut squash, use it in this salad instead of the sweet potatoes. It's a delicious green lettuce salad topped with toasted pecans, quinoa, red onion and roasted squash or sweet potatoes.

Key ingredients

A whole butternut squash on a cutting board.
  • Butternut squash - Choose a whole squash that's a light tan color and with a matte sheen. The squash should be firm.
  • Olive oil - Can also use a vegetable oil or canola oil
  • Salt - I like to use a coarse salt

Step by step directions

  • Peel your squash using a vegetable peeler
  • Cut into one inch cubes
  • Drizzle olive oil over squash
  • Place squash on a baking sheet and sprinkle with salt
  • Place in a preheated 425°F oven and cook until soft, about 30-25 minutes
  • Serve hot
Chopped squash in a white bowl.
Squash on a baking sheet.

Recipe tips

  • Try to cut chunks into consistent sized pieces
  • Place squash on a single layer, don't let the pieces overlap
  • Flip squash halfway through cooking time
  • Test doneness with a fork. If it goes through easily, the squash is done
  • Cooking time will vary depending on the size of your cubes and how much squash you are cooking at one time
  • Serve hot with freshly chopped parsley for garnish
What do I do with leftover butternut squash?

Leftover butternut squash can be covered and refrigerated for 3-4 days. Reheat in a microwave proof dish until heated through.

Can I freeze roasted butternut squash?

Yes, you can freeze cooked butternut squash. Allow squash to fully cool. Place in a freezer safe container and freeze for up to 3 months.

To use, allow squash to thaw. Reheat in the microwave or place in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes until heated through.

Frequently asked questions

How to cut butternut squash

Sometimes cutting a winter squash can be difficult. Follow my cutting techniques for an easy to cut method.

  • Peel squash with a vegetable peeler. Just a small amount needs to be removed.
  • Cut off the top and bottom of the squash
  • Cut the squash in half cutting off the top cylinder from the round bottom
Peeling a butternut squash with a vegetable peeler.
A squash cut in half on a cutting board.
  • Slice the cylinder in half from top to bottom then slice into one inch strips and then into one inch cubes
  • Cut the round bottom in half through the center
  • Scrape out the seeds
  • Cut into one inch strips and then into cubes. These won't be perfect cubes due to the roundness of the bottom.
Slicing squash into long strips.
The bottom half of a butternut squash cut in half with the seeds showing.

Recipe variations

  • Sprinkle squash with a bit of chili powder or red pepper flakes before roasting
  • Add 2 tablespoons of maple syrup along with the olive oil. Toss to coat so all pieces of squash are well covered. Sprinkle with a bit of ground cinnamon along with the salt.
  • Place under the broiler for the final 2-3 minutes to add extra browning of the squash

Serving suggestions

Roasted butternut squash can be served with just about any main dish. Some favorites to try include:

  • Roasted pork loin
  • Pan fried walleye
  • Pork marsala
  • Italian dressing chicken
  • Cast iron chicken

More delicious vegetable recipes

  • Roasted carrots
  • Green beans
  • Ginger beets
  • Sugar snap peas
  • Corn with bacon
Cubed squash in a bowl with a bit of parsley.

If you make this recipe, I’d love to hear about it! Leave a comment below and snap a picture and tag me on Instagram @beyondthechickencoop

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A bowl filled with

Oven Roasted Butternut Squash

Kathy
Easy and delicious butternut squash cooked in the oven.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course Vegetable
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 105 kcal

Equipment

  • Cookie Sheet
  • Vegetable Peeler
  • Chef Knife
  • Cutting Board
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Ingredients
  

  • 3 pound butternut squash
  • 2 tablespoosn olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt (coarse like kosher salt)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425°F
  • Peel your squash using a vegetable peeler
    3 pound butternut squash
  • Cut into one inch cubes
  • Drizzle olive oil over squash. Toss squash so all pieces are well covered with oil.
    2 tablespoosn olive oil
  • Place squash on a baking sheet and sprinkle with salt
    ½ teaspoon salt
  • Place in oven and cook until soft, about 30-35 minutes
  • Serve hot

Notes

  • Any size butternut squash can be used
  • A 3 ½ pound squash yields approximately 5 cups of squash
  • Try to cut chunks into consistent sized pieces. For tips on cutting butternut squash read information above recipe card on how to cut butternut squash.
  • Place squash on a single layer on baking sheet, don't let the pieces overlap
  • Flip with a spatula halfway through cooking time
  • Test doneness with a fork. If it goes through easily, the squash is done
  • Cooking time will vary depending on the size of your cubes and how much squash you are cooking at one time
  • Serve hot with freshly chopped parsley for garnish
 
Recipe Variations:
  • Sprinkle squash with a bit of chili powder or red pepper flakes before roasting
  • Add 2 tablespoons of maple syrup along with the olive oil. Toss to coat so all pieces of squash are well covered. Sprinkle with a bit of ground cinnamon along with the salt.
  • Place under the broiler for the final 2-3 minutes to add extra browning of the squash

Nutritional Disclaimer:

Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and should only be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. To obtain the most precise nutritional information in a provided recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the exact ingredients you are using when preparing the recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.75cupsCalories: 105kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gSodium: 203mgPotassium: 798mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 24108IUVitamin C: 48mgCalcium: 109mgIron: 2mg
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  1. David @ Spiced says

    November 08, 2022 at 4:00 am

    5 stars
    I love roasted butternut squash! It's such an easy and versatile side dish for this time of the year. In fact, I've got a squash sitting in the kitchen right now that I need to roast up - maybe today. We like to toss ours with some Italian seasonings. Great post, Kathy!

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    • Kathy says

      November 08, 2022 at 4:17 am

      Thanks, David! This time of year I always seem to have one or two squash sitting on the counter. It's always a great option for dinner.

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