Herb-Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-23 · Updated 2026-04-23

Butternut squash roasted with garlic, fresh sage, and thyme until caramelized, offering earthy sweetness with aromatic herbal notes. This American-inspired Thanksgiving recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs butternut squash, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs butternut squash
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp fresh sage leaves
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp honey

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel, seed, and dice 2 lbs butternut squash into 1-inch cubes.
2. Step 2: Toss diced butternut squash with 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped fresh sage, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a large bowl.
3. Step 3: Spread mixture in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring once halfway, until tender and golden brown.
4. Step 4: Drizzle with 1 tbsp honey and sprinkle with extra sage before serving.