SPICY ROASTED DELICATA SQUASH

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Spicy Roasted Delicata Squash image

Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium delicata squash
2 medium red jalapenos 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 cayenne pepper
1 1/2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Cut the squash in half lengthwise and scoop out and reserve the seeds in a small bowl. Cut the squash into 1-inch half-moons and place into a large bowl.
  • Thinly slice 1 of the jalapenos and place in a small bowl with the white balsamic, making sure the vinegar covers the peppers completely. Set aside to pickle while the squash cooks.
  • Meanwhile, thinly slice the remaining jalapeno and transfer to a small skillet with 1/4 cup of the olive oil and 1 teaspoon of the harissa. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until the peppers are shimmering and starting to lighten in color in the center and the seeds are turning golden brown, about 5 minutes. Strain the oil into the large bowl with the squash and add the remaining 2 teaspoons harissa, 1 teaspoon salt and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper. Use tongs (the oil will be hot) to toss everything together. Transfer to a baking sheet and bake until a butter knife can be inserted easily into the squash and removed, about 30 minutes.
  • While the squash is cooking, toss the seeds with the pumpkin pie spice, cayenne pepper, remaining 1/2 teaspoon olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Transfer to a baking sheet and bake until light golden and crispy, 7 to 8 minutes.
  • Transfer the squash to a serving platter. Drain the jalapenos and sprinkle over top along with the feta cheese and roasted seeds.

ARIFUL ISALAM
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This recipe is easy to make and it's a great way to impress your guests. I served it at a dinner party and everyone loved it.


Sathi163 Khan
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I love the combination of sweet and spicy in this recipe. The squash is sweet and the spices give it a nice kick.


nonhlanhla moyo
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This recipe is a great way to enjoy squash in a new way. I'm always looking for new ways to cook squash and this recipe is a keeper.


Bella Boshoff
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I'm not vegan, but I love this recipe. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Khawar sial
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I made this recipe for a vegan friend and she loved it! She said it was the best roasted squash she'd ever had.


Moses John
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I served the roasted squash over a bed of quinoa and it was a delicious and healthy meal. The squash and quinoa were a great combination.


Luke Mowat
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I roasted the squash for a little longer than the recipe called for and it was perfect. The squash was caramelized and slightly crispy on the edges.


Md Nasre
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I used a different spice blend than the one in the recipe and it turned out great. I used a blend of chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. It gave the squash a nice smoky flavor.


SK ARIF AHMED
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I added a bit of crumbled feta cheese to the roasted squash and it was delicious! The cheese added a nice salty flavor to the dish.


Nadeem Joyia
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover squash. I had some roasted squash leftover from another dish and I used it to make this recipe. It turned out great!


Purna Dilshan
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The squash is always roasted to perfection and the spices are just right. It's a great dish to serve for a special occasion.


messaad nadir
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the roasted squash and the spices. I'll definitely be making this again for future potlucks.


Sienna Mitchell
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat squash. My kids loved the sweet and spicy glaze, and they ate the squash right up.


Ssemanda Johnbosco
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but this recipe changed my mind. The squash was roasted to perfection and the spices were delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ochuko Samuel
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I used butternut squash instead of delicata and it worked perfectly. The squash was soft and sweet, and the spices gave it a nice depth of flavor.


Jack Isaac
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I added a bit of honey to the glaze and it was amazing! The squash was caramelized and slightly sweet, with a touch of spice. Highly recommend.


Korede bello
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This was a great way to use up some delicata squash I had on hand. It was easy to make and turned out great.


Claudia Leos
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I've never cooked delicata squash before, but this recipe made it easy and delicious. The squash was tender and flavorful, and the spices were just right.


mamun sazal
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Loved this recipe! The squash was roasted to perfection and the spices gave it a great kick. Will definitely be making this again.