• Home
  • About
  • Work With Me
  • Contact

Nutrition Nut on the Run

  • Recipes
  • Workouts
  • Running
  • Lifestyle
  • Travel
  • Beauty
  • Shop My Favorites
    • Shop Beautycounter
    • 2020 Holiday Gift Guide

Maple Chili Roasted Butternut Squash

September 25, 2016 by Hillary 1 Comment

Of all days this week, I chose the worst day to spend in the kitchen. Inspired to create and blog again, I had a few recipes on my agenda this weekend, two of which required turning on the oven. While it may be fall, officially, summer is sure being stubborn around here. Despite my efforts of making it feel like fall by wearing a light weight long sleeve tee, roasting squash, and pulling out the fall decor, the weekend ended on a high note with temps of 100 degrees today, oy! I plan to fully immerse myself in the autumn spirit next weekend (fingers crossed, temperatures are expected to drop when October arrives).

Turning on the oven to 400 degrees while attempting to keep the house cool with the AC blasting was not the smartest economic choice, but as least I have flavorful squash to add to salads this week, and a new recipe to share with you.

This recipe couldn’t be any easier with just four ingredients (five if you count the salt). Give yourself a few minutes to chop the squash and preheat the oven, and you’ll have a golden side dish in less than an hour. The maple syrup caramelized on the individual pieces of squash paired with a light kick from the chili powder is that can’t beat sweet and spicy duo.

Let me know if you give this recipe a try!

Maple Chili Roasted Butternut Squash

Maple Chili Roasted Butternut Squash

Maple Chili Roasted Butternut Squash

Maple Chili Roasted Butternut Squash

Print
Maple Chili Roasted Butternut Squash
Author: Hillary
Prep time:  10 mins
Cook time:  45 mins
Total time:  55 mins
Serves: 4 servings
 
Maple syrup and chili caramelize together for a simple, sweet and spicy butternut squash dish that can accompany nearly any fall/winter meal... and it makes for a flavorful salad topper, too!
Ingredients
  • 1 butternut squash, peeled & cut into cubes
  • 1-2 Tbsp. pure maple syrup, depending on desired sweetness
  • 1 Tbsp. coconut oil
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • pinch of sea salt
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400F degrees.
  2. Peel butternut squash and cut into bite-sized cubes; place squash in a mixing bowl.
  3. Pour maple syrup and coconut oil over the squash; toss to coat. Season with a pinch or two of sea salt.
  4. Place squash on a parchment lined baking dish.
  5. Roast for 20-25 minutes, stir. Roast for another 20-25 until edges are golden brown.
3.5.3208

Maple Chili Roasted Butternut Squash

Maple Chili Roasted Butternut Squash #fallrecipes

Click To Tweet

Do you have a favorite way to use butternut squash?

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Maple Chili Roasted Butternut Squash

  • Bloglovin
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter

Search by Topic

Instagram

“Anxiety is a symptom, not a diagnosis.” - Dr. “Anxiety is a symptom, not a diagnosis.” - Dr. George Papanicolaou

It’s no secret that I suffer from chronic anxiety and panic attacks. Or at least I don’t intend it to be. Because while there can be a lot of shame and embarrassment around both of these, I know I’m not alone in my experiences. While I’ve leaned toward the more anxious side most of life, my bothersome anxiety has steadily increased since my mid-twenties - some periods being worse than others. 

It’s not a complete surprise that my mental health has taken a dip during my first full gloomy Seattle winter — in the height of a pandemic. 

Here are some ways I have been nurturing my body & mind as I work with a team of practitioners to work on understanding the **root causes** of my panic, and to live with more ease. 

» no coffee (not even decaf)

» meditating regularly - I’m using @insighttimer 

» gentle movement

» weekly therapy sessions

» attempting cold showers (this is hard for me!): if you’re interested, you can research how this impacts the nervous system

» working with a naturopathic doctor to focus on gut + hormone health

» trying a new Rx - a decision that took years of consideration

» lastly, opening myself up to vulnerable conversations/sharing my story and my experiences in efforts to reduce any shame and connect with others 

I am not my anxiety. 

[image: a photo I snapped to send to my mom of my naturally red palm holding my Rx on the first day I took it]
This rare blue sky day in February is having me da This rare blue sky day in February is having me day dreaming about long, light-filled summer days... they’ll be here soon. 

#pikeplacemarket #seattlewashington
Leavenworth, WA • Where To Eat🍴 I was expect Leavenworth, WA • Where To Eat🍴

I was expecting all things beer, brats and pretzels in Leavenworth (not really my jam) 🍺🥨🧀, and while there’s plenty of it, I was delighted to find plenty of delicious eats for my “foodie” taste. 

We went to all of these 3 places more than once during our quick stay - highly recommend! 

☕️ @argonautespressobar: Located at one end of Front Street, this adorable coffee bar has delicious espresso drinks, breakfast items, and the best view! 

🥐 @tumwaterbakery: Incredible pastries, avocado toast on artisanal bread that’s a feast for your eyes... and I’m eager to go back and try their wood-fired pizza! 

🍜 @yodelinbroth: Literally some of the best food I’ve had (ever!), and that’s saying a lot. I had the Yodelin soup with housemade wild PNW halibut bone coconut curry broth, udon noodles, heaps of veggies and wild salmon - it was nourishing to my core as we ate it outside in 30 degree weather. I even bought some of the broth to recreate this meal at home, yum! 

#nutritionnuteats #leavenworthwa
winter wonderland getaway ✔️ We had snow much winter wonderland getaway ✔️

We had snow much fun exploring the picturesque Bavarian town of Leavenworth, WA for a much-needed mid-week getaway to the mountains. 🏔

We stayed in a cozy little cabin @logecamps right on the Wenatchee River (one day I’ll be back to stay at the stunning @phleavenworth), played in Enchantment Park, took a drive to Lake Wenatchee, and discovered some of the best food downtown (I’m saving my food recs for another post).

Nestled between the snow-capped Cascade Mountains with the river running through town, it’s quite magical in the middle of winter. ❄️ I’m already dreaming of heading back for some summer adventures!
I’m sure Koba is wondering why we ever lived in I’m sure Koba is wondering why we ever lived in Florida for two years.

#takemetothemountains #snowday
dog [noun] companion, loyal comforter, playmate, f dog [noun] companion, loyal comforter, playmate, forgiving, loving, energetic, protective, best friend.
Follow on Instagram

My Favorite Matcha

My Favorite Collagen Peptides

10% off Primally Pure

Recent Posts

  • The Skincare Duo That Changed My Skin
  • A Few of My Favorite Things: 2020 Holiday Gift Guide
  • Six Months in Seattle
  • My Amazon Favorites
  • Farewell Florida
  • 10 Years + A Life Update!

Connect with Me

  • Bloglovin
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter

Keep in Touch

Get the Nutrition Nut Newsletter delivered to your email inbox.

Follow
Privacy Policy & Disclaimers

Copyright © 2021 Design by Deluxe Designs