Can you eat the skin of Butternut Squash?

Yes, butternut squash skin is edible, but it can change the texture of the dish. It’s personal preference whether to peel or not. I prefer to peel it in this recipe.

Is roasted butternut squash healthy?

Yes butternut squash is very healthy. It’s full of vitamins (including A and C) and minerals (including potassium and magnesium), is high in fiber and low in calories. It can help to reduce blood pressure, aid in digestion and even help slow down memory loss.

Butternut Squash & Sausage Recipe - A Well-Seasoned Kitchen®

Ingredients

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(See gluten-free adaptation in Notes section below.)

2 pounds peeled, seeded and cubed (1/2 to 3/4 inch) butternut squash (around 6 cups)
8 cooked chicken sausages (like chicken and apple), cut into 3/4-inch pieces
4 teaspoons chopped garlic
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
3 tablespoons olive oil (can also use flavored olive oil like chipotle or roasted red pepper)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
In a large roasting pan, combine squash, sausage, garlic, rosemary, sage and thyme.
Drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper and toss to mix.
Roast until squash is tender, stirring occasionally, for about 25 to 30 minutes.

Notes

Gluten free: Use gluten-free sausage.

Author: From "A Well-Seasoned Kitchen®" by Sally Clayton and Lee Clayton Roper
Category: Poultry, quick and easy
Method: Roast
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size:
Calories: 553
Sugar: 7.8 g
Sodium: 1746.2 mg
Fat: 34.8 g
Saturated Fat: 9.6 g
Carbohydrates: 39.4 g
Fiber: 4.5 g
Protein: 25.2 g
Cholesterol: 201.6 mg