Ina Garten Honey-roasted Delicata Squash

Ina Garten’s Honey-Roasted Delicata Squash is made with delicata squash, shallots, olive oil, honey, fresh sage, kosher salt, black pepper, and fleur de sel. This delicious Honey-Roasted Delicata Squash recipe creates a tasty side dish that takes about 40 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 4 people.

This Honey-roasted Delicata Squash Recipe Is From Go-To Dinner Cookbook by Ina Garten.

Ingredients Needed:

• 2 pounds (900 grams) delicata squash, unpeeled
• 4 large shallots, peeled and cut into wedges
• ¼ cup (60 ml) good olive oil
• 2 tablespoons (40 grams) honey
• 2 tablespoons fresh sage, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt (or sea salt)
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• Fleur de sel (for garnish)

How To Cook Honey-roasted Delicata Squash:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare Squash: Remove the ends of the squash, cut it in half lengthwise, scoop out the seeds, and slice the halves into ¾-inch (2 cm) thick pieces.
3. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the squash and shallots. In a small cup, whisk together the olive oil, honey, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir in the fresh sage, then pour this mixture over the squash and shallots. Toss everything well to coat.
4. Roast: Spread the squash and shallots in a single layer on a sheet pan. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the squash is tender and caramelized.
5. Finish and Serve: Sprinkle with fleur de sel before serving. Enjoy warm.

Recipe Tips

• Cut Uniformly: Ensure all squash slices are the same thickness (¾ inch) to ensure even cooking.
• Don’t Overcrowd the Pan: Spread the squash and shallots in a single layer on the baking sheet for even roasting.
• Turn Once: Flip the squash halfway through roasting to ensure both sides get caramelized.
• Use Fresh Sage: For the best flavor, use fresh sage rather than dried.
• Add Fleur de Sel Just Before Serving: Sprinkle fleur de sel on the squash just before serving to enhance its flavor with a touch of elegance.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers

• Refrigerate: Let the leftovers Honey-Roasted Delicata Squash cool to room temperature. Then, transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate. It will keep well for up to 3 days.
• Reheating: To reheat leftoers honey-roasted delicata squash, place it in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes or until warmed through.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1 cup)

• Calories: 150
• Total Fat: 7g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 300mg
• Potassium: 400mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 22g
• Dietary Fiber: 3g
• Sugars: 13g
• Protein: 2g

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