Description
Orange-Brown Sugar Glazed Butternut Squash is a mouthwatering side dish that combines sweet and savory flavors, perfect for any occasion. Roasted to caramelized perfection and infused with fresh orange juice, this vibrant dish will brighten up your dinner table and warm your heart. With its easy preparation and stunning presentation, it’s sure to impress guests and become a favorite at family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Peel, seed, and cube the butternut squash into uniform pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar, orange juice, olive oil, cinnamon, and salt until glossy.
- Toss the squash cubes in the glaze until evenly coated.
- Spread the squash in a single layer on the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through until tender and caramelized.
- Serve warm, drizzling any leftover glaze over the top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg