Paraben Free Ginger-Lime Roasted Delicata Squash
Delicata squash is one of fall and winter's most underrated vegetables, and roasting it at high heat transforms its naturally sweet flesh into something deeply caramelized and almost addictive. The glaze here is built entirely from whole, clean ingredients — coconut oil, coconut aminos, fresh ginger, lime juice, and a touch of turmeric — so there's nothing synthetic or processed hiding in the mix. That matters a lot when you're trying to avoid parabens, which can sneak into packaged sauces, bottled dressings, and pre-made spice blends in ways that aren't always obvious on the label. Cooking from scratch with fresh aromatics and simple pantry staples is genuinely the most reliable way to keep your plate clean. The rings come out of the oven with gorgeous golden edges and a sticky, tangy-savory coating that hits every note at once. A handful of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime at the end brightens the whole dish and makes it feel restaurant-worthy with almost no effort.
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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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