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Roasted Delicata Squash

Delicious Roasted Delicata Squash: Sweet, Nutty, and Easy!

This delicious roasted delicata squash recipe showcases its sweet and nutty flavors, perfect for fall and winter meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sides
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Squash
  • 1 large Delicata Squash The star of the show
For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be swapped with avocado oil or melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Choose light or dark for different flavor profiles
  • 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup Honey or more brown sugar work as alternatives
  • 1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar Adjust according to your taste preference
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Infuses a smoky note
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Ideal for Garlic Parmesan variation
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for enhancing flavors
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme (or Rosemary) Fresh or dried

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Spoon
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Roasted Delicata Squash
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wash the delicata squash, dry it, trim the ends, halve it lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
  3. Cut the squash into ¾-inch thick half-moon slices.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, brown sugar, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, and seasonings.
  5. Add the sliced squash to the bowl and ensure each piece is well-coated with the glaze.
  6. Spread the glazed squash in a single layer on the baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes.
  7. Flip the squash with a spatula and roast for an additional 10-20 minutes until tender and caramelized.
  8. Serve warm as a side dish or in grain bowls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 60mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, choose firm, unblemished delicata squash, and make uniform cuts for even cooking.

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