Roasted Delicata Squash

The browned flat surfaces of this Roasted Delicata Squash deliver flavor to spare. Two tricks for perfect browning: don’t line your baking pan, and use the lowest oven rack (the one closest to the heat source).

This recipe was developed by Kate Sherwood, The Healthy Cook. Have a comment, question, or idea? Email Kate at healthycook@cspinet.org.

Time: 35 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients

2 delicata squash (about 1 lb. each), halved lengthwise and seeded
1 red onion, halved and sliced
2 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup roasted salted pumpkin seeds

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 450º F.
Cut the squash into half moons. On a large rimmed baking pan, toss the squash and onion with the oil.
Roast until the squash is tender and browned, 20–30 minutes. Top with the pumpkin seeds.