Spicy Maple Roasted Delicata Squash Rings

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Spicy Maple Roasted Delicata Squash Rings

Sweet delicata squash gets caramelized with a touch of maple syrup, then finished with a spicy chili kick and scatter of fresh herbs. This crowd-pleasing side delivers the warmth of autumn harvests, all made simply in a cast iron skillet by the fire.

Servings servings

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Equipment

Cast iron skillet
Cutting board
Knife
Spoon
Tongs

Ingredients

2 delicata squash medium, sliced into 1/2-inch rings, seeds removed
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp maple syrup
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp kosher salt
2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

Heat a cast iron skillet over medium campfire heat or embers. Add olive oil to coat the bottom.
Toss delicata squash rings in a bowl with maple syrup, smoked paprika, chili powder, and salt until well coated.
Arrange squash rings in a single layer in the hot skillet. Let cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes, or until undersides are golden and caramelized.
Flip rings with tongs and continue cooking another 5-6 minutes, adding more oil if needed. Move skillet to a cooler spot if browning too quickly.
Drizzle any remaining maple syrup over the squash. Cook until tender and deeply golden, another 7-8 minutes.
Transfer squash to a serving plate and finish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve hot.

Notes

Delicata squash needs no peeling and cooks quickly, making it ideal for the campfire. Caramelizing in a cast iron skillet delivers crisp edges and rich flavor. The dish is easy to scale and the skillet wipes clean with minimal effort.

Calories: 43kcal

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cast iron, easy cleanup, fall camping, skillet, vegan, vegetarian

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