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If tackling a winter squash intimidates you in the least, you are going to be very happy to meet the Delicata Squash.
Delicata squash is one of the easiest and most manageable winter squash to work with and is arguably as delicious (if not more so) than a butternut squash.
The beauty of a delicata squash is that it’s small, does not need to be peeled, and cooks up quickly.
And the flavor, oh! the flavor…
Sweet, nutty, creamy, deliciousness!
But don’t thank me yet.
First watch the video and then go buy one, cook it, eat it, and then come back to give me some cyber love down in the comments below:).
Quick Roasted Delicata Squash Half Moons
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Ingredients
- 1 medium delicata squash
- ½ tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (or avocado oil)
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepepr
optional:
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, smoked paprika, or cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper (or lightly oil it).
- Rinse squash under cold water.
- Trim off the ends, then slice the squash in half lengthwise.
- Scoop out the seeds with a spoon (save them to roast later!)
- Slice each half into ½-inch-thick half-moons.
- Place slices on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and any extra seasonings. Toss to coat evenly and spread in a single layer.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and tender with caramelized edges.
- Enjoy warm as a side dish, toss into salads, or pair with eggs, grain bowls, or roasted chicken.
Comments
Kristen says
Tried delicata squash for the first time a few weeks ago when it was in our organic produce delivery bin. I cut them into matchsticks and roasted them so the kids would think of them as “fries.” They gobbled them up!
Eva says
I was delighted by the flavor recently also (it was a newfound item in my CSA delivery – I’d never used a Delicata before). I found by using a silpat I could roast it without any oil at all – the side that was down on the mat was nicely browned (then the other side, after I flipped them for the second half of roasting time). Delicious! I cut it up over a kale salad. And the skin is so thin, it’s edible too! Which makes this squash the easiest one of all, to prep/roast/cut/eat!
Chuck says
I concur with the above posts. Delicious. I cut some as directed and some thin, almost chip like. They were good, but I think I like the thick better. More “meat”, and sweet but not overwhelming. All that’s left are dirty dishes.
Stephanie says
I watched your video and decided to stop by the grocery store and buy a delicata squash. You’re right–it was a great squash for beginners! It was delicious.
Sheri says
OMG!!!! YUMMY,YUMMY, YUMMY!!! My only little dislike was the skin, it was a tad bit hard and not crunch hard… oh well, I will be making this many times more!!! Thanks Dani
Cathy Vollett says
This recipe is absolutely devine! Thank-you so much for sharing. 🙂
Dani says
Anytime!
Sheri says
Hi Dani it’s me again!! I’m making a batch of these Delicata Squash again for Thanksgiving and was wondering if I could prep them on Wednesday and cook them on Thursday? If so, please give me the details to do so.. Thanks, Sheri
Dani says
Yes! Clean, seed and cut them – then sure them in an airtight container overnight. Then season right before cooking and you are ready to go! Oh! And take them out of the fridge a little early so they come to room temp. before cooking;)
Sheri says
Thanks so much Dani this will save me much needed time!!! What would happen if I had them all oiled up with the spices the night before?
Nekia says
Just tried this delicious recipe so simple and so good! Thank you!
Dani says
Yay!!! SO glad you like it.
madeline says
so easy so delicious thanks so much
Sumer Smith says
This is such a good dish to eat. Super easy. Healthy. Clean. And definitely yummy!! I tweak mine a bit depending on what I’m cooking. I add garlic, rosemary, and thyme. You can add just about any spice. So good.
Dani says
So glad you are enjoying them! And I agree… it’s so fun to change up the spices.
JT says
Don’t toss the seeds; they are delicious and nutritious. I roast them under the squash. The honeyboat variety I found at farmers market had no stringy bits, so no waste at all!
Lucy says
Yum, this is so quick, easy, and delicious!