Spicy Roasted Delicata Squash Recipe

Spicy Roasted Delicata Squash

• Difficulty: Easy
• Servings: 4
• Nutrition per serving (1/4 recipe): Calories 261, Total Fat 17 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Carbohydrates 28 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 4 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Sodium 650 mg
• Preparation time: 45 minutes total
• Active time: 15 minutes

Transform humble delicata squash into a bold, flavor-packed side dish that steals the show. With spicy peppers, tangy pickled slices, and crispy roasted seeds, this easy recipe brings heat and crunch to your tableperfect for impressing at dinners or cozy weeknights.

Ingredients:

• 2 medium delicata squash
• 2 medium red jalapeos or Fresno peppers
• 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup plus 1/2 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon harissa
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• Pinch of cayenne pepper
• 1 1/2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 425F (220C) for that perfect golden roast.
2. Slice each delicata squash lengthwise, scoop out the seeds (save them in a small bowl for later magic), and cut into 1-inch half-moon pieces. Toss into a large mixing bowl.
3. Thinly slice one jalapeo and submerge it in white balsamic vinegar in a small bowllet it pickle while the squash roasts for a zesty pop.
4. Saut the remaining sliced jalapeo in a skillet with 1/4 cup olive oil and 1 teaspoon harissa over medium-high heat. Stir until the peppers soften, gleam, and their centers lighten with golden seeds, about 5 minutes. Strain the infused oil over the squash, add the remaining 2 teaspoons harissa, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and plenty of black pepper. Toss carefully with tongs (it's hot!), then spread on a baking sheet. Roast until fork-tender, about 30 minutes.
5. Meanwhile, toss reserved seeds with pumpkin pie spice, cayenne, 1/2 teaspoon olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Spread on another baking sheet and roast until crisp and golden, 7 to 8 minutes.
6. Plate the roasted squash, top with drained pickled jalapeos, crumbled feta, and crunchy seeds. Dive in and savor the spicy symphony!