Delicata Squash Recipe
Delicata squash is a delightful autumn favorite, featuring sweet, creamy flesh and beautiful golden hues. This easy-to-make roasted delicata squash recipe brings out the best flavors of the season, making it perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. With minimal effort, you can impress your guests with this visually stunning and delicious dish that pairs wonderfully with various main courses.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium delicata squash (about 1 ½ lbs total)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary), chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the delicata squash lengthwise into half-inch slices and scoop out the seeds.
- In a large bowl, toss the squash with olive oil, honey/maple syrup, salt, pepper, and chopped herbs until evenly coated.
- Arrange the squash slices in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
- Serve warm as a side or main dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (120g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg