Artificial Food Coloring Free Ginger-Lime Roasted Delicata Squash
Delicata squash is one of fall and winter's best-kept secrets — tender, naturally sweet, and with an edible skin that means zero peeling required. These rings get tossed in a punchy glaze of coconut aminos, fresh ginger, lime zest, and a touch of turmeric before hitting a hot oven, where the edges caramelize into something deeply golden and irresistible. Every single ingredient here is whole and real, so there's no need to squint at a label hunting for synthetic dyes or artificial additives hiding in a sauce or seasoning blend. The coconut aminos bring a savory, slightly sweet depth that plays beautifully against the bright citrus, and the fresh ginger adds just enough warmth to make the whole dish feel alive. A final scatter of cilantro and a squeeze of lime over the top keeps things fresh and vibrant without any artificial color doing the heavy lifting. It works equally well as a stunning side dish or a light vegetarian main, and the caramelized edges alone are reason enough to make it on repeat.
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4 servings
- 2 medium delicata squash (about 1 ½ lb total)
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Trim the ends off each delicata squash, then cut crosswise into 1/2-inch rings. Use a small spoon or your fingers to pop out the seeds and stringy pulp from each ring.
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