Baked Maple Squash

25 min
6 servings
$1.15/serving

How sweet it is! Maple and butternut squash are a match made in heaven, so enjoy the sweet maple flavours of Oh Canada Dry Glaze. Or, swap in Herb & Garlic Dip Mix and brush 2 tbsp maple syrup over the squash along with the melted butter. Thanks to squash, this recipe is a good source of vitamin A, important for healthy vision, and vitamin C, important for protecting your body’s cells from damage.

Perfectly Balance Your Plate

Serve with 4 oz (113 g) lean protein and 2 cups leafy greens with 1 tbsp Epicure Dressing.

Ingredients

1 butternut squash

1 tbsp butter, melted

2 tbsp Oh Canada Dry Glaze

Sea Salt (Grinder), to taste

Preparation

Cut squash in half lengthwise (Tip: For easier slicing, soften squash by microwaving on high for 1–2 minutes). Using a spoon, scoop out seeds and soft fibres.
Brush with butter, then sprinkle dry glaze overtop.
Place squash halves in Multipurpose Steamer. Cover and microwave on high for 15 min or until tender. Or, place halves on Sheet Pan lined with Sheet Pan Liner. Pour 1 cup water around squash. Bake in preheated 350° F oven for 1 ¹⁄₂ hours, until squash is tender.
Cut into thick slices or scoop squash into serving bowl. Season with Sea Salt and serve.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 110, Fat 2 g (Saturated 1.5 g, Trans 0.1 g), Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 80 mg, Carbohydrate 25 g (Fibre 4 g, Sugars 6 g), Protein 2 g.

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Sea Salt (Grinder)

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