Spice Crusted Roasted Butternut Squash

Elevate your fall-inspired side dish game with this Spice Crusted Roasted Butternut Squash recipe. Bursting with bold flavors, this dish features tender, caramelized cubes of butternut squash coated in a tantalizing blend of paprika, cumin, cinnamon, garlic powder, and a touch of cayenne for a subtle spicy kick. Roasted to perfection in just 35 minutes, the warm and earthy spices turn this seasonal favorite into a show-stopping accompaniment for any meal. Finished with a vibrant sprinkle of fresh parsley, this savory and slightly sweet dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grain bowls, or seasonal salads. Perfectly simple yet deeply flavorful, this recipe is a must-try for fans of cozy, spiced comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large butternut squash
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.75 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne 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, cut it in half lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds. Dice the squash into 1-inch cubes.

Step 3

Place the squash cubes onto the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 4

In a small mixing bowl, combine the paprika, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

Step 5

Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the butternut squash cubes. Toss again to ensure the squash is well coated.

Step 6

Spread the seasoned squash into a single layer on the baking sheet to ensure even roasting.

Step 7

Roast in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, flipping the squash halfway through, until the edges are lightly caramelized and the squash is tender.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm as a flavorful side dish or enjoy as part of a grain bowl or salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1425.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	958.5

Total Fat 44.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1838.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 149.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.2g	0%
Total Sugars 27.3g
Protein 14.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 619.6mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 4078.0mg	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: 37.8%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 56.9%