Most of us are familiar with butternut, spaghetti, and acorn squash. Many other varieties of squash can be found in the fall. Winter squashes are excellent sources of vitamins A and C, potassium and fiber. Next time you are at the store, pick up one of these to try!
- Honeynut squash looks like a baby butternut squash. The skin is thin and edible, so there is no peeling required.
- Delicata also has a thin skin. These are slightly sweeter than a butternut, and they are delicious roasted.
- The Blue Hubbard squash is large, and is great in soups. It can be stored for up to 6 months in a cool, dark place.
Information gathered & adapted from: https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/food-features/winter-squash/
Roasted Delicata Squash with Sriracha Maple Glaze
Servings: 6
Ingredients
2 Delicata squash, washed, cut in half, and seeds removed
3 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
2 tsp Sriracha
3 Tbsp pure maple syrup
Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- Slice the squash into 1/2 inch half rounds and arrange on baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix the butter, Sriracha, and syrup. Brush glaze onto squash and roast for 15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and flip squash. Brush with glaze again on the other side and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Salt and pepper, if desired, and serve with remaining glaze.
Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Nutrition Information per Serving: 127 calories, 5.8 grams total fat, 3.6 grams of saturated fat, 20 grams carbohydrate, 3.4 grams fiber, 1.8 grams protein, 128 milligrams sodium, 350 milligrams potassium, 11 grams sugar
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