Parmesan Roasted Squash
A comforting fall classic featuring sweet butternut squash roasted with Parmesan cheese and smoky paprika.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss the cubed butternut squash with olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until well coated.
- Spread the squash in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until the squash is tender and just beginning to caramelize.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Return to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes or until the cheese is golden and crispy.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh thyme or a squeeze of lemon if desired.
Notes
Leftover squash can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. You can prepare the cubed squash and toss it with olive oil and spices a day ahead.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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