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How To Cook Butternut Squash In Microwave
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How To Cook Butternut Squash In Microwave

Delicious perfectly cooked fork tender microwave butternut squash cubes. Learn how to cook butternut squash in microwave with this simple method that you will want to follow time and time again.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time7 minutes
Total Time12 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Microwave
Servings: 2
Calories: 169kcal
Author: RecipeThis.com

Ingredients

  • 1 Medium Butternut Squash
  • 1 Tsp Basil
  • 1 Tsp Parsley
  • Salt & Pepper

Kitchen Gadgets

Metric - Imperial

Instructions

  • Place one tablespoon of water in the bottom of your steamer basket.
    Can You Microwave Butternut Squash?
  • Peel and then dice your butternut squash into cubes. Discard your seeds. Then add to the steamer basket.
    Can You Microwave Butternut Squash?
  • Add your seasonings and mix with your hands for an even coating.
    Can You Microwave Butternut Squash?
  • Place the lid on the steamer and then place in the microwave.
    Can You Microwave Butternut Squash?
  • Microwave for 7 minutes.
    Can You Microwave Butternut Squash?
  • Remove the lid, allow the steam to release, and do a fork test to make sure the butternut squash is fork tender. Then transfer to a serving dish.
    Can You Microwave Butternut Squash?

Notes

Steam – Note there is a lot of steam, so allow the steam to go before pouring into a dish.
Thanks for reading how to steam butternut squash in microwave on Recipe This. We have many more microwave recipes for you to check out next. Though if you would like more delicious ideas to serve with your steamed squash, do check out our air fryer lemon chicken breast.

Nutrition

Calories: 169kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 1320mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 39869IU | Vitamin C: 79mg | Calcium: 180mg | Iron: 3mg
Nutrition InfoPlease Note: Nutrition values are our best estimate based on the software we use at Recipe This and are meant as a guide. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.
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