Baked Delicata Squash with Apples and Cinnamon

This delicious recipe combines the flavors of sweet apples and cinnamon with the mild, nutty flavor of delicata squash for a perfect side dish or light meal.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium delicata squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
• 1/2 cup peeled and sliced apples
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
• 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts, optional (for paleo, omit)
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
• Black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, combine squash, apples, cinnamon, coconut oil, and salt.
3. Spread evenly onto a baking sheet.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until squash is tender and browned.
5. Sprinkle with walnuts, parsley, and black pepper, if desired.