Roasted Delicata Squash with Fresh Cranberries.

Roasted delicata squash with fresh cranberries is an easy, tasty, and colorful Thanksgiving side dish. This is a delicious recipe that’s naturally gluten free and vegan.

Even though we are barely into November, I’m ready to share Thanksgiving recipes galore!

It’s no secret that I love delicata squash…it’s my very favorite. It’s easy to prepare, and I love the flavor – it’s sweet, mild, and not too “squashy” tasting.

Although I usually slice it in half and stuff it, I decided to make a roasted version that’s just right for a Thanksgiving side dish. This roasted delicata squash with fresh cranberries is the perfect addition to your holiday meal.

Is the skin of delicata squash edible?

The skin on delicata squash is very thin, and becomes tender after you cook it, so yes, you can eat it.

What temperature do you roast delicata squash at?

To cook these squash slices, you will need to roast them at 400 degrees for about 30-40 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.

What does delicata squash taste like?

It’s very mild and somewhat sweet. It doesn’t have an overpowering flavor. It’s a little bit like a mild version of a sweet potato or butternut squash. Learn more about this variety here.

How to make roasted delicata squash with cranberries:

This is one of those side dish recipes that’s very easy, but has a lot of flavor. (That’s what I need for Thanksgiving – easy!) The hardest part is slicing the squash, and even that isn’t very hard, because of the thin skin.

Then you just throw everything on a baking sheet and drizzle the maple syrup mixture on top and pop it in the oven. That’s it!

Your guests will love this roasted delicata squash – it’s full of flavor and is the perfect accompaniment to your Thanksgiving dinner.

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Roasted Delicata Squash with Fresh Cranberries.

An easy and tasty side dish - roasted delicata squash with cranberries is full of color and flavor for your Thanksgiving table!

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Dairy Free, gluten free, vegan.

Keyword how to cook delicata squash, roasted squash

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes

Total Time 50 minutes

Servings 8

Calories 164 kcal

Author Kelly Roenicke

Ingredients

• 2 delicata squash make it about a ½ inch thick, seeded and sliced
• 1 red onion sliced
• ¾ cup fresh cranberries
• ⅓ cup olive oil
• ⅓ cup maple syrup or honey if you prefer
• ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
• salt and pepper

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, maple syrup, and nutmeg.
3. Place the sliced squash, sliced red onion, and cranberries on two rimmed baking sheets.
4. Drizzle the maple syrup mixture on top. Season with salt and pepper. Bake at 400 degrees for 30-40 minutes or until squash is tender.
5. Season more salt and pepper if desired.

Recipe Notes

Store leftover squash in the refrigerator for up to four days.

If you can't find delicata squash, you could use acorn squash, or cubed and peeled butternut squash.

Nutrition Facts

Roasted Delicata Squash with Fresh Cranberries.

Amount Per Serving

Calories 164 Calories from Fat 81

% Daily Value*

Fat 9g14%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Sodium 6mg0%

Potassium 454mg13%

Carbohydrates 21g7%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 11g12%

Protein 1g2%

Vitamin A 1550IU31%

Vitamin C 16.2mg20%

Calcium 50mg5%

Iron 0.8mg4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

What’s your favorite easy Thanksgiving side dish?

This post was originally published in November 2015. It has been updated with new tips and text.

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