Roasted Delicata Squash

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Weight Watchers Roasted Delicata Squash is a tasty and healthful dish that perfectly adjusts to your Weight Watchers meal plan. This versatile winter squash is delicious and full of essential minerals and vitamins. It is a flexible ingredient that works well in many different recipes because of its velvety texture and sweet, nutty flavor. Additionally, it requires relatively little preparation time and effort. This Weight Watchers Roasted Delicata Squash is great for your Weight Watchers quest because it is low in calories (177 kcal) and high in fiber (4 grams). Roasting the squash creates a crunchy, caramelized skin and improves its inherent sweetness. The simple seasonings of salt, pepper, and a little olive oil add flavor without adding extra calories. You can try this delicious and hearty dish at home. Let’s start the recipe.

EQUIPMENT:

  • Oven
  • Baking pan
  • One large dish
  • One spoon
  • Nonstick pan
  • Close lid box
  • Serving dish

INGREDIENTS:

  • Delicata squash 2, about 14 oz.
  • Olive oil 1 1/2 tbsp
  • 1 1/2 tbsp of Maple syrup
  • Kosher salt 3/4 tsp
  • Roughly chopped toasted almonds 1/3 cup
  • Chopped fresh sage leaves 1 tbsp
  • Half a teaspoon of sweet paprika

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Set the oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Then, use parchment paper to secure the baking surface.
  3. Next, cut the squash into rings that are half an inch thick, then take out the seeds from each squash.
  4. Place the squash rings on a large dish.
  5. Pour half a teaspoon of salt, one tablespoon of olive oil, and maple syrup over the squash.
  7. Then, evenly coat the rings with this mixture with a spoon.
  8. Bake the coated squash for thirty minutes.
  9. After flipping the rings, keep baking them until they are soft and slightly golden on the sides.
  10. Meanwhile, we will prepare almond topping.
  11. Mist a nonstick pan with the remaining half a tablespoon of olive oil.
  12. Heat this oil over a moderate flame Next, add chopped sage leaves and almonds to this pan.
  13. Mix and simmer for three to five minutes until the almonds are just beginning to roast.
  14. After that, switch off the burner’s flame and set aside the pan.
  15. Now, mix one-fourth tsp of salt and sweet paprika with almonds.
  16. Quickly toss the almonds with the spices.
  17. Store this mixture in a closed-lid box.
  18. Before serving, place the baked rings on a dish and top it with the toasted almonds.
  19. The delightful Weight Watchers Roasted Delicata Squash is ready to serve.
  20. Serve hot and enjoy.

VARIATIONS:

Squash:

  • Use butternut squash or acorn squash instead of delicata.

Nuts:

  • Leave out the almonds or swap them for walnuts or pecans.

Sweetener:

  • Instead of using maple syrup, use Weight Watchers points-friendly agave nectar or honey.

Herbs:

  • Other good-quality and fresh herbs also work well, such as thyme or rosemary.

Fruits:

  • Finish the dish with dried cranberries or fresh pomegranates for a pop of color.

UNIQUE WAYS TO SERVE THIS DISH:

Green vegetables:

  • Pair the delicate squash with green (fresh) vegetables and a protein meal option.

Salad:

  • This roasted squash is also a great addition to your favorite salad for a tasty twist.

Poultry:

  • Enjoy this dish with air fryer turkey breast, air fryer chicken bites, and baked chicken breast.

Vegetables:

  • Pair it with roasted mushrooms, roasted green beans with caramelized onions, or Parmesan Brussels Sprouts.

Seafood:

  • Air fryer bacon-wrapped scallops, breaded shrimp, and Parmesan herb-baked salmon also elevate the dish’s taste.

Meat:

  • You can accompany well with air fryer steak, roast beef, and honey-mustard air fryer pork chops.

TIPS:

  1. Mix ground turmeric into roasted delicata squash to improve its flavor and calorie content.
  2. Before roasting, it is not necessary to peel the outer skin because it is edible.
  3. Choose the right-quality squash to prepare this roasted dish.
  4. Before cooking, rinse the squash with clean water.
  5. Season the squash with black pepper, herbs, salt, garlic powder, or herbs.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

Fridge:

You can save the remaining rings to a closed vessel or box and refrigerate them for four to six days.

Freezer:

Freeze roasted delicata squash for more than sixty days.

Reheating:

We can rewarm the dish in the oven or microwave oven until warmed through.

FAQs:

What type of squash is best for roasting?

  • Delicate squash is a better choice because it provides a nutty and sweet flavor. You can also use other squashes such as acorn squash or butternut squash.

Can you eat the squash skin?

  • The skin of the delicata squash is delicious and edible. You can consume it without any stress.

Does this dish provide any health benefits?

  • Yes, it is a nutritious vegetable that is abundant in minerals, dietary fiber, and vitamins. It is also low in calories.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING:

Per Serving Size 1/2 squash
Total Amount 4 servings
Total Calories 177 kcal
Carbohydrates 24 g
Protein 3.5 g
Sugar 9.5 g
Total Fat 9 g
Dietary fiber 4 g
Sodium 219 mg

The total Weight Watchers Points per recipe serving is only four (4).