Kale and Balsamic-Glazed Butternut Squash
Kale and Balsamic-Glazed Butternut Squash brings together sweet, caramelized cubes of squash with earthy, gently wilted kale, all lifted by a tangy balsamic finish. The brown sugar enhances the squash’s natural sweetness while the vinegar adds brightness, making each bite balanced and satisfying. Serve it as a versatile side for weeknight dinners or as a vibrant addition to holiday spreads.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Kale and Balsamic-Glazed Butternut Squash, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 45 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 18 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 94 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 67
- Heart Health
- 65
- Metabolic
- 25
- Digestive
- 35
- Inflammatory
- 31
- Performance
- 49
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- 2
Put the squash in a large bowl. Add the onion, 1 1/2 tablespoons vinegar, brown sugar, oil, salt, and pepper; toss to coat. Arrange the mixture in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- 3
Bake in the preheated oven until the squash is tender and golden, 30 to 40 minutes. Set aside.
- 4
Combine the kale and broth in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat; bring to a gentle simmer. Cover, reduce the heat, and cook until the kale is tender but still bright green, about 5 minutes; drain any excess liquid.
- 5
In a serving bowl, mix the kale, squash mixture, and the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons vinegar.
- Calories 84.1 kcal Low Source 4%
- Protein 2.01 g Low Source 4%
- Carbohydrate 16.22 g 6%
- Total Fat 1.97 g Low Source 3%
- Saturated Fat 0.26 g Low Source 1%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.14 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 57.21 mg Low Source 2%
- Dietary Fiber 2.31 g Low Source 8%
- Total Sugars 6.04 g --
- Added Sugars 0.08 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 67.69 mg Low Source 5%
- Iron 0.94 mg Low Source 5%
- Potassium 232.03 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin A 454.66 mcg Good Source 51%
- Vitamin C 46.06 mg Good Source 51%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Sulfites
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Kale and Balsamic Glazed Butternut Squash is made with 8 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 50 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Brown Sugar, Butternut Squash, and Kale. Each serving provides about 84.1 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Kale and Balsamic-Glazed Butternut Squash made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Brown Sugar, Butternut Squash, Kale, Salt & Pepper. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Kale and Balsamic-Glazed Butternut Squash?
- About 50 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 84.1 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Kale and Balsamic-Glazed Butternut Squash easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Kale and Balsamic-Glazed Butternut Squash healthy?
- Kale and Balsamic-Glazed Butternut Squash has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 84.1 calories and 2.01 g of protein, or 4% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin A and vitamin C. It contains Sulfites, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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