Description
MAPLE ROASTED HONEYNUT SQUASH is a vibrant and flavorful side dish that highlights the natural sweetness of honeynut squash, making it a perfect addition to your fall table. With its rich maple glaze and aromatic thyme, this recipe elevates any meal, whether it’s for Thanksgiving or a cozy family dinner. The easy preparation process allows you to create an eye-catching dish that not only pleases the palate but also delights the eyes. Roasted until tender, this squash can be served as a standalone dish or incorporated into salads and soups for added depth of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 honeynut squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F.
- Cut each honeynut squash in half lengthwise and remove the seeds with a spoon.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, maple syrup, thyme leaves, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the mixture generously over each squash half, ensuring it pools in the center.
- Place the squash cut-side up on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for approximately 35 minutes or until tender.
- Remove from oven, cool slightly, then scoop out portions to serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 half of a honeynut squash (about 180g)
- Calories: 195
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg