Roasted Delicata Squash with Hot Honey

While I rarely cook with winter squash, I do make an exception for delicata squash because its flavor is milder and I don't have to peel it! If you haven't tried hot honey before, it's amazing on roasted vegetables and meats of all kinds.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 133 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 pinch salt
• ¼ cup honey
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, or to taste
• 1 delicata squash

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine honey, vinegar, red pepper flakes, thyme, smoked paprika, and salt in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature so flavors infuse, about 30 minutes.

Step 2

Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 3

Scrub delicata squash and pat dry. Cut into 1/2-inch rings. Scoop out seeds from the center of each ring. Toss rings with olive oil and arrange on the baking sheet. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt.

Step 4

Roast in the preheated oven, flipping halfway through, until golden brown, about 30 minutes. Drizzle hot honey over squash.