Roasted Butternut Squash for Baby
Roasted Butternut Squash for Baby offers naturally sweet, tender squash with a subtle hint of thyme, mashed to a silky texture perfect for little ones. It’s gently aromatic and soft enough to puree smoothly, making it a comforting, simple option for first tastes or make-ahead baby meals. Serve warm or at room temperature for a cozy, wholesome bite.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- 2
Set the butternut squash halves in a roasting pan with the cut sides facing up. Rub the flesh with olive oil, then sprinkle with thyme.
- 3
Roast in the preheated oven until very soft and lightly browned, 40 to 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- 4
Scoop out the squash flesh and mash it in a bowl.
- Calories 72.27 kcal Low Source
- Protein 1.51 g Low Source
- Carbs 17.58 g Moderate
- Total Fat 0.68 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.11 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 6.27 mg Low Source
- Fiber 3.0 g Moderate
- Sugar 3.33 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 72.23 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.05 mg Low Source
- Potassium 528.0 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 799.54 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 31.5 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.