Turn Butternut Squash into a quick and delightful side dish.
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There is almost no wrong time to make butternut squash as a side dish. It doesn’t have to be Thanksgiving or a special occasion to make it. Butternut squash is always a good option for a vegetable side that’s easy to make. Keep in mind that there are several ways to prepare it. If you haven’t yet tried boiling butternut squash, it could be worth a try.
Other than having to peel and cube the squash, this recipe couldn’t be any easier. If you end up getting pre-cubed squash, there’s really nothing to it. Just boil some water, add the squash, and the side dish will be ready to serve in a few short minutes. You’ll end up with a sweet and savory side dish that doesn’t take your time or attention away from preparing your main course.
Is Boiled Butternut Squash Healthy?
With few ingredients needed to make boiled butternut squash other than the squash itself, this is a healthy side dish for most diets. It has just 84 calories and less than a gram of fat per serving. Butternut squash is also loaded with vitamin A, vitamin C, and other nutrients. Studies have linked squash to blood, bone, and heart health thanks to a wide variety of nutrients that the body craves.
Season How You Like…
The biggest key to boiled butternut squash is making sure the squash has been peeled and cubed properly. It’s best to cut small cubes and ensure they are entirely covered by water in the pot. At the same time, you are free to season your squash however you please. As the recipe indicates, a little salt and pepper are all that’s needed to bring out the flavor of the squash. However, it’s not unusual to add a little garlic, sage, cumin, cayenne, or other herbs and spices to make the squash a little more flavorful. This isn’t always a necessity, but feel free to season the squash to your liking once it’s been boiled.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 pounds)
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
Prepare
Peel and cube squash.
Boil
Cook squash in boiling water.
Season
Drain and season with pepper.
Devour!
FAQs & Tips
If there is leftover squash, allow it to cool and place it in an airtight container inside the fridge. It should stay good for 3 to 5 days. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months.
While squash can be boiled with the skin on, we recommend peeling and cubing the squash before boiling it. However, if you choose to leave the skin on, make sure you wash it before boiling.
Serving Suggestions
Butternut squash is an excellent side dish for just about any meal that could use another vegetable. One dish I’d recommend pairing with squash is Chicken Pot Pie, even though it already has plenty of vegetables. You might also find that squash is a good complement to a dish like Air Fryer Gnocchi. Similarly, Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese is a tasty dish that could use a side like butternut squash. Finally, something as simple as Pork Chops would go great with a side like this.
As mentioned earlier, this isn’t the only way to make butternut squash. In addition to boiling it, you may want to consider Microwave Butternut Squash if you want it to cook even faster. And Instant Pot Butternut Squash is another good option for creating a simple, tasty side dish.
Boiled Butternut Squash
Ingredients
- 1 medium butternut squash about 2 pounds
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
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Peel the butternut squash, remove the seeds, and cut it into 1/2-inch cubes.
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Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil and add the sea salt.
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Carefully add the cubed squash to the boiling water and cook for 5 to 6 minutes or until the squash is fork-tender.
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Drain the squash in a colander and season with freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve warm as a side dish.
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