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Golden roasted butternut squash cubes seasoned with herbs and spices on a white serving platter, perfect for butternut squash recipes

Oven Roasted Butternut Squash: The Ultimate Comfort Side Dish

This oven roasted butternut squash recipe transforms a simple vegetable into a golden, caramelized, restaurant-quality side dish in just 30 minutes. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, it’s the ultimate comfort side dish for weeknights or holidays.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium butternut squash about 2 pounds, peeled, seeded, and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, toss cubed squash with olive oil, salt, pepper, thyme, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
  3. Arrange squash cubes in a single layer on baking sheet without overlapping.
  4. Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden brown and fork-tender.
  5. Transfer to serving dish, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

Cut squash into uniform 1-inch cubes for even cooking. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure caramelization instead of steaming.