Lactose Free Ginger-Lime Roasted Delicata Squash
Delicata squash is one of fall and winter's best-kept secrets — its thin, edible skin means no peeling required, and those golden rings come out of the oven looking genuinely stunning. The glaze here is built from coconut oil, coconut aminos, fresh lime juice and zest, grated ginger, and a pinch of turmeric, which means every bit of the flavor comes from whole, plant-based ingredients with zero dairy involved. Roasting at high heat is the real magic move — the edges caramelize deeply while the centers turn buttery-soft, giving you that sweet-savory contrast in every bite. Coconut aminos bring a subtle umami richness that plays beautifully against the bright citrus and warming ginger without any of the soy or hidden additives you'd find in a lot of bottled sauces. Scatter on some fresh cilantro and a few extra lime wedges before serving and it looks like something you'd order at a restaurant. This is the kind of side dish that disappears fast, so consider doubling the batch.
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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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