Paleo Simple Baked Squash

Elevate your side dish game with this Paleo Simple Baked Squash recipe—an easy, wholesome option that's packed with flavor and nutrients. Perfectly roasted butternut squash cubes are lightly seasoned with olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, then finished with fresh thyme for an herby touch. With just 10 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes in the oven, this paleo-friendly recipe delivers caramelized, fork-tender squash that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Serve it alongside your favorite mains or enjoy it as a standalone snack for a burst of natural sweetness and savory depth. Perfect for clean eating and ideal for weeknight dinners!

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

1 medium butternut squash
2 tablespoons olive oil
0.5 teaspoon sea salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Peel the butternut squash, slice it in half lengthwise, and remove the seeds. Cut the squash into 1-inch cubes.

Step 3

Place the squash cubes into a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and season with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 4

Toss the squash cubes until they are evenly coated with the oil and seasonings.

Step 5

Spread the squash in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the squash is tender and lightly browned, stirring halfway through to ensure even cooking.

Step 7

Remove the squash from the oven and sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves before serving.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1433.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	819.1

Total Fat 29.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1220.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 148.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.1g	0%
Total Sugars 27.6g
Protein 12.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 581.5mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 3998.2mg	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: 29.0%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 65.3%