If you’re looking for a scrumptious, nutrient packed, energy revving side dish, then look no further! This recipe is not only packed with vitamin A to help keep your skin healthy and generate new cells but also with potassium to help to relax your muscles and prevent muscle cramps. Who needs mashed potatoes when you’ve got these little butternut squash bits? Follow the recipe and enjoy!

Ingredients

• 2 cups butternut squash, cubed
• 1/2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tbsp butter, unsalted
• Pinch of salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp sage, dried 

Directions

In a bowl, pour the olive oil over the squash and toss. Massage squash with your hands to make sure olive oil fully coats it. Place in a small pot and cook on a medium heat for about 6 minutes (or until the edges are slightly browned). Make sure to stir often to prevent burning and sticking. In a smaller pan, melt the butter with the salt and pepper. Once the squash is complete, keep it on the hot burner but turn it off. Gently stir in the melted butter mixture and then the sage. Enjoy!

Nutritional Information, makes 4 servings (1/2 cup each)

72 calories, 3.5g fat, 11g carbohydrate, 3.5g fiber, 1g protein, 22 sodium, 305mg potassium, 4mg cholesterol.

Added Bonus: each serving provides 145.2% of your Vitamin A and is packed with potassium!