Sweet winter squash are topped with a crisp and tangy fall apple-jalapeño-lime salsa. Serve for a unique Thanksgiving side or a healthy vegan and GF main!
Ingredient
2 (or more) acorn or delicata squash, seeds and guts removed, sliced ½″ thick
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
Honey, for drizzling
Sea salt and fresh black pepper
2 cups diced apple (about 1 large apple)
½ cup scallions, chopped
¼ cup corn kernels (I used frozen)
½ jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
¼ cup fresh lime juice
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Honey, for drizzling
Sea salt and fresh black pepper
Direction
Toss the squash slices with the olive oil, honey, salt and pepper. Roast in a 400 degree oven for 30-40 minutes, until slices are golden brown and the skin has become tender.
Meanwhile, make the salsa: In a medium bowl, mix the apple, scallions, corn, jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro, a drizzle of honey, and pinches of salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings and refrigerate for 30 minutes for the flavors to develop. Serve over the roasted squash slices.