Description
Roasted delicata squash is a flavorful and healthy dish that highlights the natural sweetness of the squash.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium delicata squash, halved and seeded
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the delicata squash in half and scoop out the seeds.
- Drizzle olive oil over the squash halves.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and cinnamon.
- If desired, drizzle maple syrup for added sweetness.
- Place squash cut side down on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This dish pairs well with grains or salads.
- Feel free to experiment with different spices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the dish
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: roasted delicata squash, healthy side dish, vegan recipe