Fall is the perfect season for butternut squash, and turning it into crispy oven fries is one of the easiest ways to enjoy it. These fries are naturally sweet, full of fiber, and baked instead of fried, so they’re light but still satisfying.
Ingredients:
1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into fry-shaped sticks
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Optional: pinch of cayenne for heat
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the butternut squash fries in a large bowl and toss with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well coated.
Spread the fries out in a single layer on the baking sheet, making sure they don’t overlap (this helps them crisp).
Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender with lightly crisp edges.
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce—try tahini, Greek yogurt dip, or just a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
✨ Pro Tip: For extra crisp fries, toss the squash sticks with 1 tablespoon of arrowroot starch before seasoning.