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A bowl of butternut squash noodles with a fork resting inside.
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Butternut Squash Noodles

Spiralized Butternut Squash Noodles are a low-carb pasta alternative that you can swap in your favorite noodle recipe or enjoy on their own as a side dish.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Yumna Jawad

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 3/4 butternut squash spiralized
  • 1 garlic clove minced, optional
  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Chopped parsley for serving
  • freshly grated parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

Stovetop Instructions

  • Heat butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add the butternut squash noodles and cook for 5–7 minutes, depending on the thickness of your noodles, stirring occasionally with tongs until fork-tender.
  • Season the noodles with salt and pepper, grate Parmesan cheese on top, and sprinkle with fresh parsley, if desired.

Oven Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Place noodles on a large baking sheet. Add garlic, butter, salt, and pepper, and roast until fork-tender and golden in spots, about 10-15 minutes, depending on how soft you'd like the noodles. Toss halfway through.
  • Grate Parmesan cheese on top and sprinkle with fresh parsley, if desired.

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Notes

My Top Tip: Check the texture early. Start testing a strand at 5 minutes on the stove or 10 minutes in the oven. It should be easy to pierce with a fork but still hold its shape. Thin noodles can soften quickly.
Storage: Store leftover butternut squash noodles in an airtight container. They will last up to 3 days in the fridge, but the consistency is best on the first day. Reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat, tossing gently until warmed through.
Freezing: If you'd like to freeze the butternut squash noodles, I recommend doing so before cooking them. They'll keep in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. Roast straight from frozen at 425ºF with the oil and seasonings, tossing halfway through, until fork-tender.

Nutrition

Calories: 94.12kcal | Carbohydrates: 11.37g | Protein: 1.07g | Fat: 5.79g | Saturated Fat: 3.62g | Cholesterol: 15.05mg | Sodium: 635.28mg | Potassium: 330mg | Fiber: 1.94g | Sugar: 2.08g | Vitamin A: 10140.56IU | Vitamin C: 19.92mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 0.66mg

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