Learn how to roast nutritious delicata squash for Cinnamon Roasted Delicata Squash Slices , a simple, naturally-sweet autumn side dish your family will love.
If you’re trying to get more vegetables into your family’s diet, shake things up by trying something new. Every autumn you’ll find delicata squash at the market. It’s easy to prepare … if you know the right technique.
SO EASY!!
Roasted delicata squash tastes like candy. There’s simply no other way to describe it.
You can slice delicata lengthwise, scoop out the seeds, and roast it that way, but I prefer slicing each half into pretty half-moon shapes and then roasting. It’s more appealing to my kids (and to my husband and me!), and the slices cook up in just 20 minutes.
For every two, medium-size squash, melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large microwave-safe bowl; you can also use 1 tablespoon olive oil. Stir in the slices and toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle with kosher salt and cinnamon. For my recipe below, I actually used cinnamon butter, which I bought at Hornstra Farms located south of Boston. (I’ll tell you more about the farm in my next post.)
Place the slices a baking sheet and pop in a 425°F oven for 20 minutes; turn the slices halfway through with tongs.
GORGEOUS!
YOU ARE DONE!
- Serves: 4
- Calories: 80
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Two 12-ounce delicata squashes
- 1 tablespoon butter or extra virgin olive oil (I used cinnamon butter from Hornstra Farms)
- Kosher salt
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Lightly coat a large, rimmed baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
- Slice off the pointy stem on each squash. Cut each squash in half lengthwise, remove the seeds, and cut into ½-inch slices.
- Melt the butter in a large, microwave-safe bowl. Place the squash slices in the bowl and toss until well coated with the melted butter. If you're using cinnamon butter, sprinkle the slices generously with the salt. If you're using regular butter, also sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Place in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, turning each slice halfway through (I use tongs to turn the slices but you can also use a spatula or a fork). Season with additional salt to taste.
Do you have a favorite delicata squash recipe? Tell me about it. 🙂
I’ve been seeing delicata squash at our farmer’s market recently – going to have to give this a try – love the cinnamon butter idea!
The squash looks great on its own, but I’m having hot flashes over that cinnamon toast butter at the moment! 🙂
The cinnamon toast butter! Now I’m totally regretting not snagging some. What a brilliant idea to use it on this roasted squash!
My favorite way to enjoy delicata squash!! And that cinnamon toast butter?! YES please!
THAT cinnamon toast butter!!!!! Brilliant and I’m sure it’s so great for fall veggie roasting!
So I actually saw a delicata squash at Trader Joe’s the other day and realized I had no idea what the inside of it looked like…or tasted like! I’m definitely picking one up next week!
I bought two delicata squash on a whim but haven’t done a thing with them yet… I love the idea of using cinnamon butter!!
This looks delicious! What a perfect fall recipe. I can’t wait to use my cinnamon toast butter from Hornstra’s Farm! Thanks for the ideas 🙂
Kabocha squash might be my new favorite winter squash, but delicata definitely is runner up! Love this simple preparation with cinnamon butter!
Oh I’ve never tried delicata squash! I will have to pick up one or two next time I see one. This looks heavenly by the way!!
I often buy acorn and butternut squash but have yet to try delicata. Gotta try it now after reading your post!
I used to get Delicata squash in my CSA box, but since moving to the suburbs I haven’t had one. Will need to get to my local farmers market soon to pick one up. Do you find it hard to cut through delicata squash or is it easier than others? I’ve taken to cooking them a little before slicing to prevent knife injuries 😉
Delicata is one of the best! Such a beautiful squash!
Yum!! Never thought of roasting it with cinnamon butter! I’m going to try this tonight…already excited for dinner 🙂 Thanks for the wonderful idea!
You’re most welcome my friend 🙂
Can I slice squash the day before cooking
Yes. Absolutely! I actually just roasted delicata squash and will be adding the slices to a wild rice salad tomorrow. AOK to do ahead of time. Just put into a container first and cover.
Australian delicata squash is the worst- it’s like completely tasteless! I miss the ones I tried in America! Trying this with butternut!
Let me know how it turns out Arman.