Roasted Butternut Squash and Apples
Sweet and savory Roasted Butternut Squash and Apples is a perfect side dish for a holiday menu but easy enough for any night of the week. This fun spin on traditional roasted butternut squash is loaded with fall flavors.
Servings: 6
Calories: 180kcal
Ingredients
- 1 small butternut squash 1 ½ to 2 pounds
- 2 apples like Envy, Gala, or Honeycrisp, unpeeled
- ¼ cup avocado oil can substitute olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- salt optional and to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cube the Butternut Squash and Apples
- Slice about ¼-inch off the ends of the squash to create a flat, stable base. Then, use a vegetable peeler or paring knife to peel the squash in downward strokes. You may need to use a small paring knife to trim any remaining skin.
- After peeling, stand the squash up on the larger flat bottom and use a sharp chef's knife to cut it down through the center, lengthwise. Once halved, use a spoon to scoop out the seeds. Then, cut the squash into long 1-inch thick strips and then cut the strips into 1-inch cubes.
- Cut the unpeeled apples into 1-inch cubes,
Roast the Butternut Squash and Apples
- Transfer the squash and apples to the prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle the avocado oil, honey, and cinnamon over the top, then use a spatula or your hands to mix them around so everything gets coated.
- Place the baking sheet in the oven and cook for 20 minutes or until the squash and apples are tender.
- Remove from the oven. Taste and season with salt to taste, if desired.
Notes
Slightly softening butternut squash in advance can make it a bit easier to peel. To try this, poke the squash all over with a fork, slice off both ends, and microwave it for 3 to 4 minutes. Let it rest until cool enough to handle, then use either a vegetable peeler or sharp knife to peel the skin.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 509mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 13322IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 1mg