Vegetable Squash Winter Squash Butternut Squash Bang Bang Butternut Squash 4.5 (4) 4 Reviews Meet your new favorite way to serve butternut squash! Here squash slices are roasted until caramelized and golden, then spread over a creamy, spicy-sweet “bang bang” sauce. Finished with scallions and sesame seeds for a fresh crunch, this dish is a fun weeknight side with a playful kick. By Craig Ruff Craig Ruff Craig Ruff was first exposed to professional food service while working for an event center at the business school he was attending. There, he was responsible for maintaining the kitchen for caterers. He has been a lifelong cook, and followed his passion through culinary school and to working in restaurants. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Published on September 26, 2025 Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD See More Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Save Rate PRINT Share Jump to recipe Close Credit: Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Craig Huff, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong. Active Time: 10 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings: 6 Nutrition Profile: Anti-Inflammatory Weight Loss Diabetes-Friendly Nut-Free Healthy Immunity High-Fiber Vegetarian Gluten-Free Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts Butternut squash offers gut-healthy fiber and vision-protecting nutrients like vitamins A and C.This simple, yet striking side dish comes together with just a handful of ingredients with chef-level results.The sweet and spicy flavor profile makes it a hit for parties and entertaining. Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Craig Huff, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong. Keep Screen Awake Ingredients 1/2x 1x 2x Oops! Something went wrong. Our team is working on it. This recipe was developed and tested at its original yield and has not been tested at other yields. Note that only the ingredient list is scaled, so you may need to make adjustments to ingredient amounts, cooking times and equipment sizes in the recipe steps. Scaling could also impact the nutrition analysis. Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings 1 (3-pound) butternut squash, peeled and sliced into ½-inch-thick half-moons (about 8 cups) 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil ½ teaspoon ground pepper ½ teaspoon salt, divided 3 tablespoons whole-milk plain yogurt 1 tablespoon mayonnaise 1½ tablespoons sweet chili sauce 1 tablespoon Sriracha 1 teaspoon onion powder 2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallion ½ teaspoon toasted sesame seeds Directions Preheat oven to 450°F with a rack in the lowest position. Toss sliced squash, 2 tablespoons oil, ½ teaspoon pepper and ⅛ teaspoon salt on a large rimmed baking sheet; spread in a single layer. Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Craig Huff, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong. Roast until well browned on the underside, 25 to 30 minutes, rotating the pan from front to back halfway through. Flip the squash and continue roasting until lightly browned on the other side, 10 to 15 minutes. Sprinkle with ⅛ teaspoon salt. Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Craig Huff, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong. Meanwhile, whisk 3 tablespoons yogurt, 1 tablespoon mayonnaise, 1½ tablespoons sweet chili sauce, 1 tablespoon Sriracha, 1 teaspoon onion powder and the remaining ¼ teaspoon salt in a small bowl until smooth. Spread the sauce in an even layer on a large platter. Top with the roasted squash and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons scallions and ½ teaspoon sesame seeds. Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Craig Huff, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong. EatingWell.com, September 2025 Save Rate Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 178 Calories 7g Fat 30g Carbs 3g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 6 Serving Size about ⅔ cup squash & 1 Tbsp. sauce Calories 178 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 30g 11% Dietary Fiber 5g 17% Total Sugars 8g Added Sugars 2g 4% Protein 3g 6% Total Fat 7g 9% Saturated Fat 1g 6% Cholesterol 2mg 1% Vitamin A 1214µg Vitamin C 49mg 55% Vitamin D 0µg Vitamin E 4mg 28% Folate 64µg Vitamin K 14µg Sodium 274mg 12% Calcium 125mg 10% Iron 2mg 10% Magnesium 81mg 19% Potassium 835mg 18% Zinc 0mg 4% Vitamin B12 0µg Omega 3 0g Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.