Description

These Delicata Squash Roasted Rings are a comforting and fancy vegetable side dish, featuring crispy edges and a creamy, sweet interior. It’s a healthy, fuss-free option that’s popular with families and ensures perfectly caramelized squash every time.

Ingredients

1 large Delicata squash (about 1.5 lbs)
2 tablespoons olive oil (or melted coconut oil)
0.5 teaspoon sea salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
(Optional) a pinch cinnamon or nutmeg
(Optional) 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped
(Optional) a dash red pepper flakes
(Optional) 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey

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Instructions

Prepare Squash: Wash and thoroughly dry your delicata squash. No need to peel the thin, edible skin. Carefully slice the squash crosswise into 0.5-inch rings. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and stringy bits from each ring, creating neat little circles.
Season Squash: In a large bowl, toss the delicata squash rings with the olive oil, salt, and black pepper until every piece is evenly coated and looks slightly glistening. For a sweeter version, drizzle with maple syrup here.
Roast Squash: Arrange the seasoned delicata squash rings in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden. Carefully flip each ring. Continue roasting for another 10-13 minutes until they are tender and caramelized. If they look pale after the first flip, give them an extra 5 minutes to get that lovely caramelization.

Notes

Delicata squash skin is edible, so no peeling is needed. Line baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. For extra caramelization, roast for an additional 5 minutes after flipping if needed. Optional flavor boosters include cinnamon, nutmeg, fresh rosemary or thyme, red pepper flakes, maple syrup, or honey.

Prep Time: 7 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Vegetable Side
Method: Roasting
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (about 170 g)
Calories: 155 calories
Sugar: 9 g
Sodium: 250 mg
Fat: 7 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 25 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 2 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg