Butternut Squash Noodles

Making butternut squash noodles is easier than you might think! It’s also possible to grab these ready to go at the grocery store. Check out the simple but savory recipe below.

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In most cases, pre-packaged “convenience” foods are a big no-no when trying to maintain a healthy diet. However, this recipe features one time-saving convenience item that won’t have a negative impact on your health!

You can now find pre-packaged butternut squash “noodles” in most larger grocery stores and they are absolutely perfect for those nights when you need to get dinner on the table quickly.

Of course, if you have a vegetable spiralizer, you can always make your own butternut squash “noodles” in just a few minutes. Either way, you’re going to love this fast and delicious dish!

Here’s what you’ll need to make savory butternut squash noodles:

• extra virgin olive oil
• pre-packaged butternut squash “noodles”
• unsalted butter
• fresh sage
• ground cinnamon
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

If you don’t have butternut squash noodles in your grocery store, you can easily make them at home with a spiralizer. There are so many varieties and types now that they’re really cheap and easy to use!

Other vegetables that you can spiralize are things like zucchini, carrots, potatoes, onions, and pretty much anything else you can get to run through. I love to make stir fry with all spiralized veggies. It’s easy, delicious, and makes a regular kind of dinner a little more fun!

How to make delicious butternut squash noodles:

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add butternut squash noodles and cook for 4-5 minutes, turning frequently to ensure they cook evenly. When noodles are slightly softened, remove from the pan and set aside. Keep warm.

Add butter to pan and heat until melted. Stir in chopped sage and cinnamon and cook until fragrant, approximately 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.

Return butternut squash noodles to pan and toss to coat in sage butter mixture. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Serve immediately with your favorite entrée or as a light main course. 

What to serve with veggies noodles

You can serve these noodles with just about anything. Add some meatballs on top for a new take on spaghetti, or serve them along side some tilapia or chicken for an easy weeknight meal.

Another great option is to serve these noodles on their own. You can eat them for a light lunch, or add some steamed or fresh veggies on the side for a little more variety.

If you have leftover chicken on hand you can toss that right in to cook and reheat with the sauce and noodles for a quick dinner idea.

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