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A pile of maple roasted delicata squash rings on a white plate.

Caramelized Maple Roasted Delicata Squash


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  • Author: Elaine Gordon
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Delicata squash is one of my favorite winter squashes because of it's neutral flavor and buttery-smooth texture when roasted. Plus, its thin skin is completely edible! That means no peeling and way less prep time.


Ingredients

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  • 1 delicata squash
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 2 tsp maple syrup
  • 1/4 tsp fine salt
  • 1/16-1/8 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425˚F.
  2. Remove the seeds. Chop the ends off the squash but do not peel. Slice into 1/2-inch thick rings and scrape out the seeds with a spoon.
  3. Arrange the squash in a 12-inch cast iron skillet. One squash should fit perfectly, but if not slice a couple of the rings in half to make more space.
  4. Coat the squash with oil and maple syrup (using hands or a silicone brush). Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Arrange in an even layer.
  5. Roast 20 minutes, flip, then roast 10 minutes more.
  6. Serve immediately as is, or garnish with vegan goat cheese, pomegranate seeds and fresh parsley.

Notes

Save the seeds to roast for a crispy salty and sweet snack!

  • Prep Time: 5
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Roasted