Herbed Butternut Squash

Name: Herbed Butternut Squash
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 1 medium butternut squash (about 3 pounds); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

This is just one of many ways I prepare butternut squash for my two girls. It’s a winter staple in our house. —Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California

Ingredients

1 medium butternut squash (about 3 pounds)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Peel and cut squash crosswise into 1/2-in.-thick slices; remove and discard seeds. In a large bowl, toss squash with remaining ingredients. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 6-8 minutes on each side or until tender.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 108 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 205mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 7g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.

Originally published as Oregano and Thyme Grilled Butternut Squash in Healthy Cooking December/January 2013

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mamamarie

Jan 12, 2016

We love squash and have it often. This was very good. We cook with olive oil, so this was a good recipe for us. I will make it agailn. Thanks.
annrms

Oct 6, 2015

This is a savory and delicious recipe. Grilling the squash gave it a slightly smoky taste and the herbs gave it a very savory taste. It's a keeper!!!