Butternut Squash with Pecans

Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible Butternut Squash with Pecans recipe! This oven-roasted dish combines tender, caramelized butternut squash cubes with the rich nuttiness of toasted pecans, all beautifully coated in a blend of olive oil, maple syrup, and ground cinnamon. With just a hint of earthy thyme for garnish, this recipe is the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and aromatic flavors. Quick to prepare and ready in just 50 minutes, it’s a delightful addition to any fall feast, holiday table, or weeknight dinner. Serve this wholesome, crowd-pleasing dish warm for a comforting burst of seasonal flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large (about 2.5 pounds) butternut squash
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.75 cups pecans
• 1 teaspoons fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Peel the butternut squash, cut it in half lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds. Dice the squash into 1-inch cubes and place the cubes in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Drizzle the olive oil and maple syrup over the squash. Sprinkle with ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the squash is evenly coated.

Step 4

Spread the coated squash cubes in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through for even cooking.

Step 5

While the squash is roasting, roughly chop the pecans if they are not already chopped.

Step 6

After 25 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle the pecans evenly over the roasted squash. Return the baking sheet to the oven and roast for an additional 10 minutes, until the squash is tender and the pecans are toasted and fragrant.

Step 7

Remove the squash and pecans from the oven. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Transfer the roasted butternut squash and pecans to a serving dish and garnish with fresh thyme if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1286.4 grams (1286.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1455

Total Fat 97.00g	124%
Saturated Fat 11.40g	57%
Polyunsaturated Fat 20.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1229mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 157.30g	57%
Dietary Fiber 44.40g	159%
Total Sugars 51.90g
Protein 17.20g	34%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 534mg	41%
Iron 9mg	52%
Potassium 3542mg	75%

*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: 55.6%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 40.1%