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Caramelized Lemon & Pistachios
Simple Cauliflower Roast
© Lillys-Table.com Photo of Caramelized Apple Acorn Squash
 

Tags: Dairy Free Gluten-Free Low-Glycemic Nut Free Vegan

  • Hard
  • Medium
  • Easy

Prep
Difficulty
Easy

45 mins

Time
Estimate
45 mins

Icon Heart Healthy

Gluten
Free?
Yes

Fall

Typical
Season
Fall

Nutrition Info

  • 7
  • 6
  • 5
  • 4
  • 3
  • 2
  • 1

Protein

  • 7
  • 6
  • 5
  • 4
  • 3
  • 2
  • 1

Carbs

  • 7
  • 6
  • 5
  • 4
  • 3
  • 2
  • 1

Fats

  • 7
  • 6
  • 5
  • 4
  • 3
  • 2
  • 1

Vegetables

Recipe Detail

Fall

Caramelized Apple Acorn Squash

from Cauliflower Roast with Caramelized Apple & Squash with Caramelized Lemon & Pistachio Brussels Sprouts, the Week of December 20, 2015.
View the previous or next recipe for this meal.

Roasting causes a light caramelization in thin slices of acorn squash which are topped with a layer of golden onions & apples. This recipe uses the skin of the acorn squash, which becomes chewy and barely tender when roasted for an extended period of time.

Ingredients

  • 1 acorn squash
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 apple, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt, or more to taste
  • 1 sprig sage, garnish

Serving Size: 2 People

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Preparation Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400.

Half the acorn squash and scrape out the seeds. Cut off the ends and thinly slice, into “C” shapes. Cut any large pieces in half.

Toss the squash with half of the olive oil and a pinch of salt. Spread on a baking pan and roast for 20-30 minutes until they just start to turn golden.

Meanwhile, warm the remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Thinly slice the onions and toss the strips into the pan. Saute until just wilted and turning slightly golden. Slice the apple and add to the pan. Sear slightly for 1-2 minutes, adding a splash of olive oil or water if they are sticking to the pan. Toss and sear until the apples are golden and wilted.

Transfer the golden acorn slices to a smaller baking dish and top with the onions & apples spread across the top. Sprinkle the sage on top if desired.

Eat immediately or serve it just above room temperature.