Roasted Delicata Squash with Crispy Onions
A cozy dish featuring roasted delicata squash drizzled with maple syrup and topped with crispy onions, perfect for fall gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium delicata squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 clove minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup or brown sugar (optional)
- 1/2 cup crispy fried onions (store-bought or homemade)
- Optional toppings: Fresh thyme, chopped parsley, grated parmesan, or red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and trim the delicata squash, cut in half lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds before slicing into 1/2-inch thick half-moons.
- In a large bowl, toss the squash with olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and optional maple syrup or sugar until well-coated.
- Spread the squash on a lined baking sheet, ensuring pieces are not overlapping.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
- In the last 5 minutes, sprinkle crispy fried onions on top to warm them up.
- Optional: Broil for an additional 1-2 minutes for extra caramelization.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs or parmesan if desired.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
