In the video, a person is seen cutting a butternut squash on a wooden cutting board. The person is using a large knife to cut the squash in half. The squash is dark green in color and has a smooth texture. The person's hands are visible, and they are wearing a ring on their left hand. The cutting board is placed on a white surface, and there are some leaves on the board next to the squash. The person cuts the squash with precision, and the knife is sharp as it easily cuts through the squash. The video is shot in a well-lit room, and the focus is on the cutting process.