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How to Roast Butternut Squash Cubes Recipe

Learn how to roast butternut squash cubes with my foolproof steps. This basic baked butternut squash recipe is easy to make and can be used in soups, salads, grain dishes, tacos and more.
Course Vegan side dish
Cuisine American
Diet Vegan
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 5 cups

Ingredients

  • 1 medium butternut squash about 3 pounds, cut into cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Possible seasonings

Instructions

  • Adjust oven rack to middle position and preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
  • Place diced butternut squash on the prepared pan. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Give it a toss to ensure that all of the cubes are coated with the oil and the seasoning.
  • Arrange the squash cubes on an even layer on a large baking sheet.
  • Roast, turning them halfway through, for 30-35 minutes until they are lightly golden brown on the edges or until a knife inserted in one of the cubes comes in and out easily.
  • Carefully transfer onto a plate and serve while still warm.

Notes

  • A 3-pound butternut squash yields somewhere between 5-6 cups of roasted 1-inch butternut squash cubes.
  • Can I bake butternut squash in different temperatures? When it comes to baking butternut squash cubes, I usually prefer a high temperature, 425 degrees F., oven, and bake them for 30-35 minutes. However, you can bake them in lower temperatures as well. Below, I am sharing how long to roast butternut squash cubes at 375 degrees and 400 degrees as well
    • 375 Degrees F / 40-45 minutes
    • 400 Degrees F / 35-40 minutes
    • 425 Degrees F / 30-35 minutes (preferred method)
    The timing might change depending on the size of the butternut squash cubes. Also, regardless of the temperature you are roasting them in, I highly recommend checking them after 30 minutes.