5-Taste Delicata Squash Rings

Sweet, tart, salty, spicy, and astringent! Allow all the flavors to tantalize your taste buds. This makes an excellent side dish.

Ingredients:

2 medium delicata squashes, scrubbed, cut into 1″-thick wedges or rings, seeded
7 tbs. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 1/2 tsp. powdered cumin seed, divided
Sea salt, freshly ground pepper
2 tbs. fresh lime juice
1-2 drops doTERRA lemon essential oil
1-2 tbs. tahini (sesame seed paste)
1 little pinch powdered Chimayao chile powder or crushed red pepper flakes
1 tbs. fresh chopped mint (you could also use basil or another fresh herb of your choice, but mint is yummy!)

Method:

Preheat oven to 425°F.

Place squash on a rimmed baking sheet.

Toss the squash with 4 tbs. of olive oil and the cumin, then season the squash with salt and pepper. Toss until well-combined and roast for 25-30 minutes (time may vary depending on squash).

Meanwhile, whisk lime juice, essential oil, tahini, chile, and remaining olive oil in a small bowl to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Transfer squash to a platter. Gently toss the squash in the tahini mixture and sprinkle with the freshly chopped mint. Serve and enjoy!