Parmesan-Roasted Butternut Squash
A comforting and flavorful autumn dish featuring roasted butternut squash tossed with olive oil and topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to create the perfect roasting environment.
- Toss the cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs if using until well-coated.
- Spread the squash on a baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they have enough space for even roasting.
- Roast for about 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the squash is tender and caramelized on the edges.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the roasted squash and allow it to melt in the oven.
- Melt the cheese for an additional 5 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
- Serve warm as a side dish, enjoying the incredible flavor combination.
Notes
Cut squash into even cubes for consistent cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg