Sautéed Winter Squash with Sage and Honey

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Sweet roasted squash enhanced by caramelized sage and a touch of honey. This American-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs butternut squash, fresh sage leaves, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 2, 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 2 American cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 2 cups cubed butternut squash with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and a pinch of black pepper on a baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Roast for 20 minutes, stirring once halfway, until squash is tender and edges are caramelized.
  3. Step 3: While squash roasts, heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add 6 fresh sage leaves and cook for 1 minute until crisp and aromatic, then remove and set aside.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 tbsp honey to the skillet and swirl to melt, then pour over roasted squash and toss gently to coat.
  5. Step 5: Transfer squash to a serving dish, sprinkle with crispy sage leaves, and serve warm.

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