Oven Roasted Butternut Squash with Marsala

Elevate your side dish game with this Oven Roasted Butternut Squash with Marsala, a perfect blend of tender, caramelized squash and rich, aromatic flavors. This easy yet elegant recipe features sweet butternut squash cubes roasted to perfection with a luxurious Marsala glaze made from butter, brown sugar, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. The addition of Marsala wine adds a subtle, nutty depth that sets this dish apart, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley delivers a vibrant, herby finish. With just 15 minutes of prep and a total cook time of 40 minutes, this versatile dish is ideal for everything from weeknight dinners to holiday feasts. Whether served alongside roasted meats or as part of a vegetarian spread, this recipe will delight your taste buds and impress your guests. Keywords: roasted butternut squash, Marsala glaze, fall side dish, holiday recipe, caramelized squash.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds butternut squash
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons Marsala wine
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Peel the butternut squash, then cut it in half lengthwise and remove the seeds. Chop the squash into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Drizzle the olive oil over the squash cubes and give them a toss until well-coated. Spread the squash evenly on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring the pieces don’t overlap.

Step 4

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, stir in the Marsala wine, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture gently heat for about 1-2 minutes until the sugar dissolves, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Drizzle the Marsala mixture evenly over the squash on the baking sheet.

Step 6

Roast the squash in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until it is tender and slightly caramelized at the edges. Stir the squash halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.

Step 7

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the squash cool slightly for 3-5 minutes.

Step 8

Transfer the squash to a serving platter and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1033.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	932.8

Total Fat 53.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 2411.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 112.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.4g	0%
Total Sugars 32.1g
Protein 8.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 419.0mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 2724.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.6%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 46.8%