Description
This Roasted Delicata Squash recipe features tender, caramelized slices of delicata squash seasoned with olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Perfect as a flavorful and healthy side dish, it’s easy to prepare and highlights the natural sweetness of the squash.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 delicata squash (⅔ lb.)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp garlic powder
- 1/8 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare squash: Preheat your oven to 400ºF. Cut the ends off the delicata squash, then slice it open lengthwise.
- Remove seeds and slice: Use a spoon to scrape out the seeds from each half, then slice the squash into ½-inch wide slices.
- Season the squash: Place the sliced squash on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle the salt, garlic powder, and freshly cracked black pepper evenly over the slices. Toss until every piece is fully coated in oil and seasoning, then spread the slices out in an even layer.
- Roast the squash: Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and roast for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, flip the squash slices over for even browning. Continue roasting for an additional 15 minutes or until the squash is tender and browned to your liking.
- Season and serve: Taste the roasted squash and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. Serve warm as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- Cooking time may vary depending on the size and thickness of your squash slices.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of smoked paprika or fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary before roasting.
- You can substitute olive oil with avocado oil or melted coconut oil for a different flavor profile.
- Delicata squash skin is edible and becomes tender when roasted, eliminating the need to peel.
- To save time, seeds can be rinsed and toasted separately for a crunchy snack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
