Access to this page has been denied because we believe you are using automation tools to browse the website. This Roasted Delicata Squash With Feta, Almonds, and Herbs Gets Us Very Excited About Fall Oven roasted butternut squash halves it couldn’t be easier.
How To Choose and Prep Delicata Squash Nothing makes me happier than walking into the grocery store and seeing the produce aisle filled with fall squash. To pick a good delicata squash, look for squash that is smooth with unblemished skin. It should feel firm in texture. The best part of delicata squash over other varieties is how easy they are to prepare. We all know the struggle of prepping a butternut squash, but because delicata squash have a thinner skin and are less bulky, the prep is much easier. To prep for roasting, slice the delicata squash into rings.
Using a spoon, just scoop or cut out the seeds from the center of the rings. You can keep the skin on when roasting as well, so all you have to do is toss with your oil and spices. Fall Into Flavor content hub for some recipe inspiration. The honey helps caramelize the natural sugars in the squash, and the spices really bring to life the cozy feeling of fall when tossed together with caramelized garlic and shallots.
Everything gets warm and toasty in the oven, bringing all the flavors together into a delicious dish. How to Serve Roasted Delicata Squash While the sheet tray of vegetables is already packed with flavor, to make this squash a complete meal, I love serving the delicata squash with an easy dressing and lots of toppings. The dressing uses a similar blend of ingredients that the squash roast in, but with the bright zing of lemon juice to elevate and add some brightness to the recipe. Adding finely chopped fresh herbs to the recipe also adds an element of freshness that roasted vegetables and any dish that cooks in the oven will always benefit from. In addition to the dressing and herbs, a simple trick will take this vegetable to the next level. Think of any recipes that you really love. To add some crunch and creaminess, I used almonds and crumbled feta cheese.
The almonds play off the caramelized squash beautifully, especially when they’re toasted to golden brown. The feta gives saltiness and tanginess, plus a welcome creaminess that makes the dish feel satisfying and complete. Can I pair this recipe with anything else? I’ve eaten this squash recipe on its own for dinner as a complete meal thanks to the mix of textures and flavors that make it feel hearty enough to stand on its own. You can absolutely serve this over rice or quinoa, or as a side with chicken and a green salad. And yes, it will feel right at home on the Thanksgiving table!