Maple Roasted Butternut Squash is an amazing sweet and savory side dish that's loaded with warm and comforting fall flavors. With just a few basic ingredients, this makes the perfect holiday recipe!
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- ❤️ Why You’ll Love this Butternut Squash Recipe
- 🛒 What’s in Maple Roasted Butternut Squash
- 🔪 How to Roast Butternut Squash
- Is Butternut Squash Keto Friendly?
- Can You Leave Skin on Butternut Squash When Roasting?
- Tips for Peeling Butternut Squash
- Can I Eat Butternut Seeds?
- What Does Butternut Squash Pair Well With?
- What Does Butternut Squash Taste Like Roasted?
- More Keto Side Dishes
❤️ Why You’ll Love this Butternut Squash Recipe
- Sweet and slightly smoky maple flavor
- Tender roasted butternut squash
- Easy to make
- Perfect for a special occasion or holiday dinner
Butternut squash is one of the best fall and winter vegetables (actually, it's considered to be fruit,) that you can pair with just about any main course. This Keto version of maple roasted butternut squash is sugar free but trust me, is not lacking on flavor one bit.
Cubes of butternut squash are tossed with a little olive oil, a drizzle of sugar-free maple syrup and a dusting of warm and inviting cinnamon. Roasted until they are perfectly caramelized, tender and creamy, it's a simple recipe that’s great for casual dinners but makes an impressive presentation to serve for any holiday meal.
If you love butternut squash as much I do, check out this recipe for Crockpot Chili with Butternut Squash and this super satisfying Sheet Pan Sausage with Veggies recipe. Both recipes are always a crowd-pleasing hit!
🛒 What’s in Maple Roasted Butternut Squash
- Butternut squash
- Sugar-free maple syrup
- Olive oil
- Rosemary
- Ground cinnamon
- Salt
- Ground black pepper
- Optional: toasted pecans
*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.
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🔪 How to Roast Butternut Squash
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Add the butternut squash to a large mixing bowl.
Tip: You can save yourself a lot of work and time by purchasing butternut squash at your local grocery store that has already been peeled and cubed.
Pour the olive oil, cinnamon, rosemary, salt, pepper and half the maple syrup over the top. Toss to combine, making sure each piece is well coated.
Tip: If you're making this during the holidays and happen to have some fresh sage on hand, add about 1 teaspoon to the mix.
Pour onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a Silpat. spreading out into an even layer.
Bake for 25 minutes, then remove from the oven. Add the remaining maple syrup and toss, increase the temperature to 425°F and bake for 10 more minute or until cooked through and slightly caramelized.
Top with the (optional) chopped toasted pecans and serve!
Is Butternut Squash Keto Friendly?
This is the question everyone on Keto wants to know about butternut squash. The answer is yes, it can be. By itself it is perfect acceptable for Keto or low carb diets as long as you prepare it with other low carb ingredients.
Winter squash has more carbs than most green veggies, but, when you compare it to other root vegetables like sweet potatoes, it is definitely the better low carb option.
Can You Leave Skin on Butternut Squash When Roasting?
While you can leave the skin on while roasting, most people prefer it peeled. One of the reasons that I prefer to peel the skin off is that when squash is roasted, it's so soft and tender that the skins add a slightly different texture to the dish.
Tips for Peeling Butternut Squash
If you prefer butternut squash peeled, a lot of times you can find it already peeled and cubed up for you in the produce section at the grocery store. If you want to peel it yourself, this is a simple and effective way to do it:
- Start by slicing off both ends of the squash. Then place it on a microwave safe plate and cook in the microwave for about 3 minutes.
- Next, let it cool for several minutes until you can easily handle it.
- Using a kitchen towel to hold it, simply just peel the skin off using a spoon or butterknife.
Another way to peel it is to cut the squash into smaller chunks and remove the seeds. Then just use a sharp paring knife to peel it like you would potatoes.
Can I Eat Butternut Seeds?
You sure can and they are super nutritious! Roast them and use them just like you would pumpkin seeds or pine nuts in salads or toppings for soup or in other recipes where you want a little added crunch.
What Does Butternut Squash Pair Well With?
Looking for other great ways to cook butternut squash? Here are some popular pairings for you to consider:
Seasonings: Cinnamon, rosemary, thyme, cloves, sage, nutmeg, cardamom, and bay leaf.
Sweet: Brown sugar substitutes, sugar-free maple syrup and honey.
Produce pairings: Onion, carrots, kale, leeks, turnips and parsnips.
Proteins: Bacon, chicken, ham, turkey and sausage.
What Does Butternut Squash Taste Like Roasted?
Butternut squash is delightfully sweet with a slight hint of apple-like flavor when it's roasted. It also has a wonderful hint of nuttiness, especially when seasoned with savory herbs.
More Keto Side Dishes
- Shredded Brussels Sprouts
- Creamed Spinach
- Lime Cilantro Cauliflower Rice
- Green Beans Almondine
- Cheesy Mashed Cauliflower
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Maple Roasted Butternut Squash
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds butternut squash, cubed
- 2 tablespoons sugar-free maple syrup, divided
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Optional: toasted pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Add the butternut squash to a large mixing bowl.
- Pour the olive oil, cinnamon, rosemary, salt, pepper and half the maple syrup over the top.
- Toss to combine, making sure each piece is well coated.
- Pour onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a Silpat. spreading out into an even layer.
- Bake for 25 minutes, then remove from the oven. Add the remaining maple syrup and toss, increase the temperature to 425°F and bake for 10 more minute or until cooked through and slightly caramelized. Top with the (optional) chopped toasted pecans and serve
*Make sure to scroll up and read the post for substitutions, additions and helpful tips for making this recipe.
*Nutritional data is provided as a courtesy and is accurate to the best of my knowledge. You can verify it using the nutrition calculator of your choice. All data is based on net carbs, without sugar alcohol: Swerve, Erythritol, Monk Fruit or Allulose.
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Monica
This looks absolutely delicious. Definitely a great side dish for the holidays.
Keto Cooking Christian
Thank you so much! It really is the perfect addition to any holiday table.