Delightful Delicata Squash
Delicata squash, sliced into half-moons, is lightly tossed with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom, then roasted until golden and caramelized. The natural sweetness of the squash deepens as it bakes, while the aromatic spices add a cozy, fragrant flavor. This simple side dish highlights the tender texture and buttery taste of delicata squash—perfect for autumn meals.
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Equipment
- 1 knife
- 1 roasting dish
Ingredients
- 2 medium delicata squash scrubbed and halved lengthwise, seeds removed
- 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp cardamom
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the squash into ½-inch thick half-moons (leave the skin on—it becomes tender when roasted).
- Toss the slices in a large bowl with olive oil, cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, and salt until evenly coated.
- Arrange the slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and caramelized around the edges.
- Serve warm as a side dish or toss into grain bowls, fall salads, or yogurt-tahini drizzled plates.
Notes
The nutritional information is automatically calculated and can vary based on ingredients and products used.
Nutrition
oxalates: 8mgCalories: 94kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 155mgPotassium: 796mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3097IUVitamin C: 28mgVitamin E: 1mgVitamin K: 4µgCalcium: 67mgIron: 1mgMagnesium: 32mgPhosphorus: 53mgSelenium: 1µgZinc: 0.5mg
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