SPICY CARAMELIZED SQUASH WITH LEMON AND HAZELNUTS
This ultimate sweet-and-salty squash recipe can be done with most hearty orange vegetables, like sweet potatoes or even carrots (no need to peel any of these). The vegetables are tossed simply with olive oil and something sticky, like maple syrup or honey, and roasted until tender and caramelized. To add some texture back into the mix, the vegetables are finished with toasted nuts and plenty of fresh lemon zest for some perkiness.
Provided by Alison Roman
Categories dinner, vegetables, side dish
Time 50m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425 degrees. Cut the squash in half lengthwise. Remove pulp and seeds, if you like. Continue to cut squash into 1 1/2-inch wedges.
- Toss squash on a rimmed baking sheet with olive oil, maple syrup, paprika and red-pepper flakes. Season with kosher salt and pepper, and roast, turning each piece once, until both sides are evenly browned and squash is completely tender, 40 to 45 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toast hazelnuts in a small skillet over medium heat, tossing frequently until they're evenly browned, about the color of a good piece of toast, and smell almost like popcorn, 4 to 6 minutes.
- Remove from oven and transfer squash to a large serving platter. Drizzle with olive oil and a bit more maple syrup. Sprinkle with hazelnuts, flaky salt and more black pepper. Zest lemon over everything and halve lemon to squeeze over before serving.
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Peachy
peachy@yahoo.comI'm not a huge fan of squash, but this recipe might just change my mind.
Dominic Munene
m_d@hotmail.comThis recipe is a great way to use up leftover squash. I always have a ton of squash after Halloween, so this is a lifesaver.
Rizwan Ali Dars
r_d@gmail.comI'm definitely going to try this recipe next time I have squash on hand.
md hasan
mdh72@gmail.comThis recipe looks delicious! I love the combination of sweet and spicy.
Tasnime Me
m_t29@hotmail.co.ukI'm always looking for new and exciting squash recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. I can't wait to try it!
Abu Sharif
s38@gmail.comNot my favorite recipe. I think I'll stick to my old squash recipe.
Sk Alamin11
s_alamin11@yahoo.comMeh.
Sampija Harmony
s.harmony@aol.comI found this dish to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more lemon and salt.
Caelen Duke
c.duke28@hotmail.comThis dish was a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed the flavors. Next time I'll use less chili flakes.
Kryzt J
kryzt.j@yahoo.comI've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The caramelized squash is always a hit.
Amanuel Shimelis
amanuel-s@gmail.comI made this for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone raved about the unique and delicious flavors.
Muhammad Arshid
m71@yahoo.comThis dish was easy to make and packed with flavor. I especially loved the crispy hazelnuts.
Sammak Abbasi
sammak@yahoo.comI'm not a huge fan of squash, but this dish changed my mind. The caramelization process brought out the sweetness of the squash and the lemon and hazelnuts added a nice touch of flavor.
Claudius Diwoni
claudius37@hotmail.comAbsolutely loved this recipe! The caramelized squash was perfectly balanced with the tangy lemon and nutty hazelnuts. A definite keeper!