Description
Roasted butternut squash noodles are a vibrant, healthy alternative to traditional pasta that brings warmth and flavor to your meals. With their sweet, nutty aroma and delightful texture, these noodles create a visually stunning dish perfect for cozy family dinners or special gatherings. This easy recipe will impress your guests while providing a nutritious twist on classic favorites.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (like thyme or sage), chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the butternut squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
- Spiralize the squash into long noodle strands using a spiralizer or vegetable peeler.
- In a large bowl, toss the noodles with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the noodles on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg