Best 7 Balsamic Roasted Butternut Squash Recipes

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Balsamic roasted butternut squash is a delicious side dish that can be paired with a variety of meals. It is easy to make and can be prepared with just a few simple ingredients. With its sweet and tangy flavor, balsamic roasted butternut squash can add a vibrant and flavorful twist to any dish.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BALSAMIC GLAZED BUTTERNUT SQUASH



Balsamic Glazed Butternut Squash image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     side-dish

Time 38m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (20-ounce) package peeled cubed butternut squash
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning
3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl combine all ingredients and mix to coat the squash.
  • Place squash on a nonstick baking sheet or a baking sheet lined with foil. Bake until the squash is tender and brown about 30 to 35 minutes making sure to flip the squash after 15 minutes.

ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR



Roasted Butternut Squash with Balsamic Vinegar image

Provided by Lynne Rossetto Kasper

Categories     Vegetable     Side     Roast     Vegetarian     Dinner     Lunch     Squash     Butternut Squash     Fall     Healthy     Vegan     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 to 2 pounds butternut squash
extra-virgin olive oil
salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon artisan balsamic vinegar (Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena or Reggio-Emilio) or 3 to 4 high-quality commercial balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a cookie sheet with foil. Cut the squash lengthwise in half. Seed and cut it into 3- to 4-inch squares, with skin intact. Score the flesh with crosshatch cuts about 1/2 inch deep. Rub all over with olive oil.
  • Set the pieces, skin side down, on the cookie sheet and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake 45 minutes, or until easily pierced with knife and lightly browned. Serve hot or at room temperature, sprinkled with balsamic vinegar.

BALSAMIC ROASTED SWEET POTATOES AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH



Balsamic Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Butternut Squash image

Sweet and savory sweet potatoes and squash make this warm salad a perfect side dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Seasonal Recipes     Fall Recipes     Butternut Squash Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-by-3-inch wedges
2 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 3/4-by-3-inch wedges
1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, plus more for drizzling
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 small bunch arugula, stems removed, washed

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. In a large bowl, toss together the potatoes, squash, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, butter, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  • Arrange the vegetables in a single layer in two 9-by-13-inch baking pans. Transfer pans to oven, and roast vegetables until golden and tender, 45 to 50 minutes, rotating the pans between the shelves halfway through roasting.
  • Remove the pans from oven, and allow vegetables to cool slightly. Toss the vegetables with the arugula. Drizzle with additional olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and serve immediately.

ROASTED SQUASH WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR



Roasted Squash With Balsamic Vinegar image

This is an Italian way of roasting squash. Delicious with grilled lamb chops, roast chicken and pork.

Provided by TishT

Categories     Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2-2 lbs butternut squash or 1 1/2-2 lbs acorn squash
extra virgin olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper
3 -4 tablespoons of good balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400º. Line a cookie sheet with foil.
  • Cut the squash lengthwise in half.
  • Seed and cut it into 4" squares with skin on. Score the flesh with crosshatch cuts about 1/2 inch deep.
  • Rub all over with olive oil.
  • Set the pieces skin-side-down on the cookie sheet and sprinkle with coarse salt and freshly ground pepper.
  • Bake 45 minutes or until easily pierced with a knife and lightly browned.
  • Serve hot or at room temperature, sprinkled with balsamic vinegar.

SIMPLE ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH



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Butternut squash is so good on its own, that barely any seasoning is needed. This recipe is so simple and easy.

Provided by MChele

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Toss butternut squash with olive oil and garlic in a large bowl. Season with salt and black pepper. Arrange coated squash on a baking sheet.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until squash is tender and lightly browned, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 10.6 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

BALSAMIC BUTTERNUT SQUASH WITH KALE



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This is a great side dish for the holidays, with the added benefit of kale! Surprisingly tasty. Serve hot or cold.

Provided by Danielle Walquist Lynch

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 small yellow onion, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, divided
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
6 ounces kale, roughly chopped
¼ cup vegetable broth

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place squash in a bowl; add onion, 1/2 of the balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, salt, and pepper and toss to coat. Spread mixture in a single layer onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until squash is tender and golden, 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Combine kale and broth in a heavy-bottom skillet; bring to a light simmer. Cover skillet, reduce heat, and cook until kale is tender but still bright green, about 5 minutes; drain any excess liquid. Mix kale, squash mixture, and remaining balsamic vinegar together in a serving bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 103.3 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

ROASTED BUTTERCUP SQUASH GLAZED WITH BALSAMIC AGAVE NECTAR



Roasted Buttercup Squash Glazed With Balsamic Agave Nectar image

Not only healthy but delicious and a great accompaniment for a main meal or for your holiday table. I also love eating this on it's own as a light lunch in which case I sometimes omit the butter (good without it too).

Provided by ForeverMama

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 buttercup squash (butternut will also work)
4 tablespoons agave nectar
3 tablespoons good quality balsamic vinegar
2 -4 tablespoons butter (melted)
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
sea salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Grease a roasting pan or cookie sheet (with rims) with oil spray or olive oil.
  • Cut top and bottom end from butternut squash. Place flat end (that you've cut) of squash on cutting board and cut in half top to bottom.
  • With a spoon, scrape seeds out as well as webby silk, making sure that inside of squash is clean and void of all seeds and silk. Cut the squash in half-moon slices about 1" wide, keeping cut slices to the same thickness.
  • Place squash on roasting pan on their sides (pulp side down). Spacing slices evenly.
  • Mix together Agave nectar, balsamic vinegar and melted butter. Brush buttercup slices evenly. Note that only about half or less of the amount will be used. Reserve remaining balsamic/agave nectar.
  • Roast squash for approximately 15 minutes. Turn slices over to opposite side. Brush with remaining balsamic agave nectar. Roast 15 - 20 minutes more or until squash pierces easily with fork and is cooked through.
  • Season with ground black pepper and sea salt to taste. Serve while hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61.5, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 53.5, Carbohydrate 2, Sugar 1.8, Protein 0.1

Tips:

  • Choose butternut squash that is firm and heavy for its size, with a smooth, unblemished skin.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the butternut squash in half lengthwise, then scoop out the seeds and pulp.
  • Toss the butternut squash cubes with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper before roasting.
  • Roast the butternut squash at a high temperature (425 degrees Fahrenheit) for about 20 minutes, or until the squash is tender and slightly browned.
  • Balsamic vinegar can be substituted with other acidic ingredients such as lemon juice, orange juice, or white wine vinegar.
  • Add other vegetables to the roasting pan, such as sweet potatoes, carrots, or Brussels sprouts.
  • Garnish the roasted butternut squash with fresh herbs, such as parsley, thyme, or rosemary.

Conclusion:

Balsamic roasted butternut squash is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a side dish, main course, or even a dessert. It is a healthy and flavorful way to enjoy this winter squash. With its sweet and tangy flavor, balsamic roasted butternut squash is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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