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Roasted butternut squash in an oval bowl garnished with a sprig of fresh thyme and an antique silver serving spoon.

Maple-Braised Butternut Squash

Nutrivore Score: 411
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 304kcal
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Ingredients

  • 3 pounds butternut squash 3 pounds butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into ½-inch cubes
  • 4 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
  • 3/4 teaspoons salt
  • 2 tablespoons thyme rosemary or sage chiffonade

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Toss butternut squash with maple syrup, olive oil and salt. Place in single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and sprinkle the sage over the top.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until the squash is fully cooked and just barely starting to caramelize (and before the maple syrup starts to candy). Toss with pan juices, then transfer to a serving dish.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Maple-Braised Butternut Squash
Amount per Serving
Calories
304
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
11
g
17
%
Saturated Fat
 
2
g
13
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
8
g
Sodium
 
452
mg
20
%
Potassium
 
1255
mg
36
%
Carbohydrates
 
54
g
18
%
Fiber
 
7
g
29
%
Sugar
 
19
g
21
%
Protein
 
4
g
8
%
Vitamin A
 
36163
IU
723
%
Vitamin C
 
71
mg
86
%
Calcium
 
205
mg
21
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.