Roasted Delicata Squash Slices

Roasted Delicata Squash Slices

Serves: 2-4

• 2-4 delicata squash, depending on size (~1.5 lbs), clean squash so dirt is rubbed away
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Pinch of sea salt

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees
2. Check squash to make sure dirt is thoroughly removed. If there are any hard spots on the squash, you can scrape them off with a butter knife.
3. With a sharp knife, cut delicata in half lengthwise. With a spoon scoop out the seeds and discard, you can save the seeds and toast in the same fashion as you make Roasted Pumpkin Seeds [PAGE]. Cut each delicata half into 1/2 inch segments, creating moon-shaped pieces.
4. In a large bowl toss the slice in olive oil. Layer onto a baking sheet. Sprinkle salt on gently. It’s okay if the pieces are a little crowded, but try to maximize the surface area of the squash touching the pan. The browning only occurs where the squash and pan meet.
5. Place in oven and roast 10 minutes. Using a spatula turn the squash in the pan so that the light sides are now touching the pan and the brown sides are facing upward.
6. Continue roasting, turning every 7-10 minutes until both sides of the squash pieces are golden brown. Total cooking time is about 25-30 minutes or until the squash pieces are soft all the way through. Serve with your favorite protein for a complete meal.