Rice Free Maple & Apple Cider Roasted Butternut Squash
Butternut squash gets a serious glow-up here, roasted at high heat until the edges caramelize and then finished with a sticky, tangy-sweet glaze that clings to every golden cube. The combination of pure maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and coconut aminos creates a depth of flavor that feels far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. Ground turmeric and ginger warm the squash from the inside out, while a whisper of Ceylon cinnamon in the glaze keeps things fragrant without veering into dessert territory. Every component in this dish is naturally grain-free and completely free of rice or rice-derived ingredients, so it works beautifully as a side for anyone navigating those restrictions without any substitutions required. Roasting in a single layer is the real secret — it gives each piece room to develop those deeply caramelized edges rather than steaming into mush. A scatter of fresh thyme at the end adds a herby brightness that cuts through the richness of the glaze. This is the kind of vegetable dish that disappears fast, even among people who claim they don't really like squash.
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4 servings
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 ½ lb), peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
For the glaze
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ⅛ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, toss the butternut squash cubes with the melted coconut oil, salt, ground ginger, and ground turmeric until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between the pieces.
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