Simple and Roasted Butternut Squash

Roasted Butternut Squash is a great way to add vitamin A into your diet in the fall.

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So what about this roasted butternut squash? With the leaves all changing color, this orange color of squash makes a great addition to any meal this time of year.

Why You Should Eat Butternut Squash?

• This orange-colored squash is filled with a lot of vitamin A (eye care)
• It’s an excellent source of fiber (optimize the digestive process, bloating, and constipation)
• Rich in minerals, such as potassium, manganese, magnesium, and calcium (can help with the strength and durability of your bones)
• A high level of vitamin C is found in butternut squash (boost your immune system).

This butternut squash recipe is vegan, as well as being nut, dairy, and gluten free. That makes it a great option for so many different lifestyles! The orange color brings the table to life and makes it just a great choice to serve in the fall. Also, it has the most simple collective of ingredients. Spices, oil, and butternut squash: that’s it! The garlic boosts your immune system and the butternut squash is filled with all of the benefits listed above.

What will I need to make this delicious Butternut Squash Recipe?

• butternut squash
• garlic
• extra virgin olive oil
• salt
• ground black pepper

How to make Simple and Roasted Butternut Squash

Simple and Roasted Butternut Squash

Roasted Butternut Squash is a great way to add vitamin A into your diet in the fall.

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Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Allergy: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Total Time: 45 minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 118kcal

Equipment

• knife
• cutting board
• garlic press
• baking sheet

Ingredients

• 1 butternut squash, peeled, deseeded, & cut into 1-inch chunks
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 400F.
• Toss butternut squash with garlic, olive oil, salt, and ground black pepper.
• Roast butternut squash for 30 minutes.
• Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 118kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 299mg | Potassium: 669mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 19933IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 1mg