Simple Roasted Delicata Squash

Roasted delicata squash slices with maple butter and fresh thyme in a blue speckled bowl.

Simple Roasted Delicata Squash

No kitchen hacks or special tools are required to make roasted delicata squash - simply scoop and slice! Similarly, you only need a few ingredients to make the flavor shine. Toss with maple syrup and melted butter to enhance the sweet notes in this mild winter squash. Season with salt and fresh thyme for a savory contrast.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings

Calories 138kcal

Author Danielle Esposti

Ingredients

2 whole delicata squash
2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
2 tablespoons maple syrup
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

Instructions

Heat the oven to 400°F with a rack in the lowest position (see Note 1). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prep the squash. Wash the skins (they’re edible!) then trim the ends and slice the squash lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds using a spoon or melon baller. Lay the squash cut side down and slice into ½” half-moons.
Combine the butter and maple syrup in a large mixing bowl and whisk until well combined. Add the sliced squash, then toss gently with your hands until each piece is evenly coated.
Arrange the squash in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space in between each piece (see Note 2). Sprinkle with salt.
Transfer to the oven and roast for 25 minutes. Halfway through, remove the baking sheet and flip the squash pieces. When returning the squash to the oven, rotate the pan to ensure even baking. The squash is done when the flesh is very soft and lightly caramelized.
Garnish with fresh thyme or sage and serve right away.

Notes

Note 1. Roast the squash on the lowest rack, closest to the heat source, for great caramelization.
Note 2. Leave room in-between each slice to ensure the squash caramelizes, not steams.

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