Name: Crispy Butternut Squash with Lime & Cilantro
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium butternut squash; 3 tablespoon olive oil; kosher salt; black pepper; 1 lime; ½ cup cilantro; ¼ medium red onion; ¼ cup pumpkin seeds; 2 ounce cotija cheese

Crispy Butternut Squash with Lime & Cilantro

weeknightvegetarianfresh

15 minPrep25 minCook4Serves

Ingredients

1 mediumbutternut squash (about 3 pounds)
3 tablespoonolive oil
·kosher salt
·black pepper
1lime
½ cupcilantro
¼ mediumred onion
¼ cuppumpkin seeds (optional)
2 ouncecotija cheese (optional)

Prep

01
Peel and cube the butternut squash into 1-inch pieces (about 8 cups).
02
Chop 1/2 cup fresh cilantro.
03
Thinly slice 1/4 medium red onion.

Method

01
Preheat oven to 425°F.
02
Toss the cubed butternut squash with 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper on a large baking sheet. Spread in a single layer.
03
Roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and tender.
04
Transfer to a serving bowl. Squeeze the lime over the warm squash and toss gently.
05
Top with cilantro, thinly sliced red onion, pumpkin seeds, and crumbled cotija if using. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Spice Tips

For a smoky note, toss the roasted squash with 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika before adding cilantro. A pinch of cayenne adds gentle heat. A drizzle of crema or plain Greek yogurt on the side brings richness and cools any spice.