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Learn how to cook roasted delicata squash with parmesan, pecans, and thyme! This healthy side dish bakes in the oven to make a simple side for a fall or winter dinner. | justalittlebitofbacon.com #delicatasquash #wintersquash #sidedishes #simplerecipes #roastsquash
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Roasted Delicata Squash with Pecans and Thyme

Learn how to cook roasted delicata squash with parmesan, pecans, and thyme! This healthy side dish bakes in the oven to make a simple side for a fall or winter dinner.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword roasted delicata squash
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 150kcal
Author justalittlebitofbacon

Ingredients

  • 2 medium delicata squash
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, or 1/2 tsp dried
  • 4 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans
  • 2 tbsp sherry vinegar

Instructions

  • Move a baking rack to the lower middle position in the oven. Preheat oven to 375F.
  • Slice the squash lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Then slice them into 1/2 inch thick half moons.
  • In a large bowl, toss squash with olive oil and salt. Spread them out evenly onto a greased baking pan so that all the rings are laying flat against the surface.
  • Place baking pan in the oven and roast for 20 minutes, or until well caramelized on the bottom.
  • Take the baking pan out of the oven and sprinkle the pecans, parmesan cheese, and thyme leaves over the squash.
  • Return pan to oven and roast for another 3-5 minutes. Watch carefully to make sure the pecans don't burn.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with the sherry vinegar. Serve.

Notes

  • Baking pan: A metal baking pan with no liner will give you the brownest roast squash. Using parchment paper or a glass dish will produce less browning.
  • Turning the squash: To have the squash browned on both sides, you will need to turn them after 15 minutes and increase the cooking time by 10 minutes (from 20 to 30). Note: Turning the rings is annoying so it's up to you on whether you want to do it.
  • Dried thyme: If you are using dried, you can add it with the pecans as in the recipe or toss it with the salt and olive oil at the beginning.
  • Lowering the baking rack: Lowering the rack brings the baking pan closer to the heat and makes for better browning.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcal