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    Published: Oct 20, 2020 · Modified: May 3, 2022 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    Honey Roasted Butternut Squash

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    You can make honey roasted butternut squash in an air fryer or a conventional oven. Either way, it's a delicious seasonal side dish to grace any table.

    A closeup vertical image of beautiful orange honey roasted butternut squash in a pretty china bowl with gold trim

    *Disclaimer: this post may contain affiliate links where I can earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through links in this post.

    Think an air fryer is just for "frying?" Think again.

    An air fryer can do everything your oven can do, and this delicious honey roasted butternut squash will prove it to you!

    **Please Note - The printable recipe card with detailed instructions, complete ingredient measurements, and nutritional information for making honey roasted butternut squash is available at the end of this post. OR you can hit the "jump to recipe" button (found above) to be taken directly to the recipe. 

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    The ingredient list:

    **Note - The following lists of ingredients plus kitchen tools and equipment contain affiliate links (highlighted in blue) for your consideration and shopping convenience. #CommissionsEarned

    • cubed butternut squash
    • olive oil
    • honey
    • smoked paprika
    • salt and pepper

    Kitchen tools and equipment needed:

    • air fryer OR conventional oven
    • baking tray (air fryer OR standard size)
    • large bowl
    • vegetable peeler (if not using prepared butternut squash)
    • chef's knife (if not using prepared butternut squash)
    • cutting board (if not using prepared butternut squash)
    • measuring spoons
    • slotted spatula
    • knife sharpener

    Additional items for all your baking and cooking needs:

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    How this recipe came to be:

    While visiting a local farm with a friend recently (to visit the goats and pigs), I purchased some farm-grown butternut squash and some Florida orange blossom honey.

    It seemed to me like the two just naturally fit like a hand in glove, so I decided to roast them together in the air fryer.

    However, as stated above, this delicious vegetable dish can also be made in a conventional oven with the same great results!

    Here's one of the goats now...Isn't he cute?

    Why this recipe works:

    The flavor of this roasted squash is terrific, and the color of the completed dish is to-die-for!

    It's perfect for fall!

    Honey Roasted Butternut Squash could not be easier to make.

    Primarily if you use the already peeled and diced butternut squash that can easily be found in the produce section of any market these days.

    Using prepared peeled and diced butternut squash is a real time-saver that is well worth taking advantage of if you have the opportunity!

    An offset horizontal photo of bright orange honey roasted butternut squash in a pretty china bowl with gold accents.

    What does butternut squash taste like?

    Pretty much like with the name implies.

    It's buttery and nutty when cooked, and with the addition of honey and smoked paprika this dish is all that plus it's sweetly caramelized and slightly smoky.

    It's amazing!

    How long does honey roasted butternut squash take to prepare?

    If using store-bought already peeled and cubed butternut squash it will take less than 30 minutes from start to finish.

    The cooking time in an air fryer is approximately 15-16 minutes at 400-degrees, depending on how deeply caramelized you want it.

    The cooking time in a conventional oven (set at 425-degrees) is approximately 20-25 minutes, again, depending on how deeply caramelized you like your squash.

    How to peel and cube whole butternut squash:

    Always use the sharpest chef's knife possible, and take your time.

    Butternut squash is a firm and somewhat oddly shaped squash.

    When cubing, always make sure to have a flat surface (of the squash) placed on the cutting board to avoid rolling and slipping.

    How to make honey roasted butternut squash:

    • Place the peeled and cubed butternut squash in a large bowl.
    • Add olive oil, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and honey.
    • Toss well to coat.
    • Spread the squash evenly onto a baking sheet that will fit into an air fryer, OR conventional oven (see below for cooking instructions).
    • Air fryer method (shown): Set the air fryer temperature to 400-degrees and cook for 15-16 minutes, stirring once halfway through the cooking process.
    • Conventional oven method: Preheat the oven to 425-degrees. Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring once halfway through the cooking process.
    • Cool slightly and serve.

    Additional fall vegetable side dishes:

    *AUTUMN CHOPPED SALAD (pictured below)

    This fall chopped salad has all the colors and flavors you love about the season! With roasted vegetables and fresh fall fruit, it will easily grace any table, for any occasion.

    A closeup horizontal photo of salad tongs in a large bowl of colorful fall chopped salad

    *SAUTEED AUTUMN VEGETABLES WITH BACON (pictured below)

    All of the colors you love about fall are in these sautéed autumn vegetables, making it the perfect side dish for your Thanksgiving or fall festival table.

    A tan oval bowl filled with sauteed autumn vegetables along with a hand and a spoon.

    *CINNAMON SWEET POTATOES WITH SQUASH AND APPLES (pictured below)

    Deliciously easy and flavorful, this recipe of roasted cinnamon sweet potatoes with squash and apples is sure to become a favorite side dish for any occasion!

    A vertical overhead photo of cinnamon sweet potatoes in a brown bowl with apples in the background

    *THANKSGIVING SIDE DISH RECIPE ROUNDUP (pictured below)

    The next best thing to the turkey on Thanksgiving is the side dishes! This popular Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipe Roundup brings you some of the best side dish recipes on the web! I hope you’re hungry!

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    *HONEY ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH (pictured below) THIS IS THE PLACE!!

    A photo collage of honey roasted butternut squash with a title text overlay graphic with a Thanksgiving theme

    Below is the printable recipe card along with the exact ingredient measurements and nutritional information for making today's easy vegetable side dish for honey roasted butternut squash.

    If you've made this recipe, or are excited to make this recipe, I'd appreciate it if you'd take a moment to leave it a star rating on the recipe card, along with a comment if you're so inclined. Thank you. 🙂

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    Honey Roasted Butternut Squash

    Renee Goerger
    You can make honey roasted butternut squash in an air fryer or a conventional oven. Either way, it's a delicious seasonal side dish to grace any table.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Vegetable Recipes
    Cuisine Thanksgiving
    Servings 5 servings
    Calories 124 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 cups butternut squash peeled and diced into 1" cubes
    • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
    • 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
    • ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 2½ tablespoons honey

    Instructions
     

    • Place the peeled and chopped squash in a large bowl.
    • Add the remaining ingredients and toss well to coat.
    • Spread the prepared squash evenly onto a proper size baking sheet (for either air fryer or conventional oven)
    • If using an air fryer, set the temperature to 400 degrees and add the squash to cook for 15-16 minutes, stirring once halfway through the cooking process.
    • If using a conventional oven, preheat the oven to 425-degrees, and add the squash to cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring once halfway through the cooking process.
    • Remove, and serve immediately.

    Notes

    If using an air fryer, set the temperature to 400-degrees.
    If using a conventional oven, preheat the oven to 425-degrees.
    Kitchen tools and equipment needed:
    chef's knife, cutting board, large bowl, vegetable peeler, measuring spoons, baking trays, air fryer or conventional oven, slotted spatula, wooden spoon

    Nutrition

    Serving: 3/4 cupCalories: 124kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 2gFat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 642mgFiber: 6gSugar: 12g
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    I sincerely hope you've enjoyed today's winter squash vegetable side dish as much as I've enjoyed bringing it to you!

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