Vegan Butternut Squash with Maple Cinnamon Glaze
This vegan butternut squash recipe makes a decadent side dish for your everyday or holiday meals. It also works well in place of sweet potatoes since it has the same texture and a similar flavor.
The best time to buy butternut squash in-season is in the October to December timeframe. It should have a nice uniform beige color without any green spots. It should also feel heavy for its size, which indicates it has a high moisture content. Give it a good knock and if it gives off a solid thud, you’ve got yourself a good butternut squash.
The cayenne pepper gives the squash a little kick and the maple syrup makes it sweet, so this vegan butternut squash recipe is both a little naughty and a little nice. It would pair well with our Vegan Wellington or a Gardein Holiday Roast.
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Servings | Prep Time |
8 servings | 5 minutes |
Cook Time |
35 minutes |
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Vegan butternut squash makes a decadent side dish for your holiday meals or anytime you're craving sweet, cinnamon deliciousness.
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- 8 cups butternut squash cubed (1 large or 2 small squash, about 3 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- Peel the squash, cut in half and clean out the seeds. Chop into small 1 inch cubes.
- Place the squash cubes in a large mixing bowl. Set aside.
- In a small mixing bowl, create the maple glaze by adding the olive oil, maple syrup, salt, cinnamon and cayenne pepper. Stir to mix well.
- Pour the maple glaze over the squash cubes in the large mixing bowl and stir to coat evenly.
- Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and spread the squash cubes evenly on them, not touching.
- Place the baking sheets in the oven, one on the middle rack and one on the bottom.
Serving size is about 3/4 cup.
Inspired by Tori Avey.
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