Roasted Delicata Squash Recipe
Whether you serve it as a healthy snack or a luxurious side dish, this roasted delicata squash recipe is an autumn classic that will impress.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time30 minutes mins
Total Time40 minutes mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 servings
For the roasted squash:
- 2 Delicata squash 1 pound each, rinsed, seeds removed & cut into ½-inch slices
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the sweet & sour (agrodolce) drizzle sauce: (optional)
- 1 red habanero ½ teaspoon (or any other hot) chili, minced
- ⅓ cup white wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- Zest of a lime
- Juice of a lime 2-3 tablespoons, freshly squeezed
- Pinch salt
- 2 tablespoons pepitas aka pumpkin seeds
Pre-heat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the squash onto the baking sheet. Drizzle it with olive oil and honey. Sprinkle it with salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly. Make sure that all the delicata squash slices are evenly distributed throughout the sheet pan.
Bake for 12-15 minutes on each side (25-30 min. in total), flipping the squash halfway through the baking process.
If prefered, while the squash is baking make the sweet and sour drizzle sauce. Place the chili, honey, vinegar, zest and juice of a lime, and salt in a small saucepan and heat in medium heat. Let it come to a boil, turn down the heat to medium-low and simmer until the mixture is syrupy, 10-12 minutes.
When ready to serve, arrange the slices roasted delicata squash in a large plate, drizzle it with the sweet and sour sauce, and sprinkle it with pepitas.
Serve immediately.
Calories: 266kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Sodium: 448mg | Potassium: 854mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 3098IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 2mg
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