Anti-inflammatory Roasted Delicata Squash
These delicata squash are seasoned with turmeric, cinnamon and ginger, three spices that contain a high concentration of phytochemicals that work at the cellular level to prevent and reverse inflammation in the body. The flesh of the squash is high in beta carotene another powerful antioxidant. Inflammation is the root cause of all chronic illness and fighting it can be as simple as serving a delicious winter squash seasoned with familiar spices.
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Equipment
baking sheet silicone baking mat large mixing bowl tin foil Ingredients 1 lbs delecata squash (about 2 medium) 1.5 tsp ginger 1 tsp tumeric 1.5 tsp cinnamon 1/8 tsp salt 1 tbsp coconut oil pinch of fresh thyme (optional) Directoins Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Cut the squash down the long side in half. Scoop out the seeds with a spoon. Dice the squah into about one inch cubes. Place the pieces in the mixing bowl and add the remaining ingredents except the thyme. Toss the squash in the seasoning until evenly coated. Transfer to the baking sheet lined with a silicone mat. Cover with tin foil and bake for 30 minutes or until the squash is fork tender. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves and serve. |
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4.0
Amount Per Serving
calories 119
Total Fat 5 g
Saturated Fat 3 g
Monounsaturated Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 79 mg
Potassium 64 mg
Total Carbohydrate 25 g
Dietary Fiber 6 g
Sugars 5 g
Protein 1 g
Vitamin A 248 %
Vitamin C 28 %
Calcium 17 %
Iron 10 %
* The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet, so your values may change depending on your calorie needs. The values here may not be 100% accurate because the recipes have not been professionally evaluated nor have they been evaluated by the U.S. FDA.
Servings 4.0
Amount Per Serving
calories 119
Total Fat 5 g
Saturated Fat 3 g
Monounsaturated Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 79 mg
Potassium 64 mg
Total Carbohydrate 25 g
Dietary Fiber 6 g
Sugars 5 g
Protein 1 g
Vitamin A 248 %
Vitamin C 28 %
Calcium 17 %
Iron 10 %
* The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet, so your values may change depending on your calorie needs. The values here may not be 100% accurate because the recipes have not been professionally evaluated nor have they been evaluated by the U.S. FDA.
