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    Home » Recipes » Keto Side Dishes

    Published: Oct 19, 2021 · by: Jennifer Banz · This post may contain affiliate links

    How to cook Delicata Squash Fries

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    Catch all the fall vibes with this how to cook Delicata Squash Fries recipe! No peeling required and the perfect side dish! This oven roasted sweet and savory squash is the perfect addition to your fall recipe collection.

    This is by far my most favorite squash recipe.  When I can find delicata squash in the grocery store, I usually buy at least 5 and then wish I had bought more.  They are usually in season in the Fall and they can keep in a cool dry place for a couple of months.  Mine usually never last that long though!  This is my favorite way to cook delicata squash and it is super easy!

    I love to use roasted delicata squash to top salads, dip in ketchup, or as a side dish for a tasty meat like Baked boneless skinless chicken thighs, Crab Stuffed Salmon, or Cast iron Chicken Breast.

    delicata squash fries in a bowl with ketchup

    What is the easiest way to cut a delicata squash?

    Even though delicata squash skin is not as tough as other squashes like butternut or acorn, the skin is still a little tough so you will want to use a nice sharp knife to cut off the ends and then cut it right through the center.  This helps make cutting easier.  I then cut each piece in half lengthwise.  You could cut the squash into rings, but I think that is quite cumbersome to cut and then removing the seeds would be an absolute pain!

    By now you should have 4 delicata squash "boats" filled with seeds.  Now take a spoon and scrape the seeds from the center.  Your boats are now empty!  Now we can place the squash flesh side down on the cutting board and cut it into 1 inch half moons.

    How to cook delicata squash

    I like to cook my squash in a single layer on a lined sheet tray at 425F for 20 minutes.  The squash will be fork tender and the skin will be soft. I then like to turn on the broiler and get the squash nice and browned.  I never bother with flipping the squash to the other side as that would be too time consuming.

    Can you eat the skin of a delicata squash?

    Delicata squash skin is very tender after it has been cooked so it is great to eat.  In fact, trying to remove the skin before cooking would be a nightmare!  Eating the delicata squash fries with the skin makes them perfect fro dipping.

    Is delicata squash high in carbs?

    The number one question I get when I share that I am eating delicata squash is if it is keto friendly.  I think anything is keto friendly if you fit it into your daily carbs!  Delicata squash is one of the least starchy sweet squashes at only 35 calories and 8 net carbs for 100 grams.  I love delicata squash so I think it is worth the carbs.

    Recipe tips and notes:

    • Serve with sugar free ketchup for the ultimate savory side dish
    • Switch the seasonings up by using pumpkin pie spice for a delicious sweet Fall flavor
    • Re-heat the delicata squash fries in the air fryer to bring them back to life

    Be sure you check out these other amazing recipes:

    • Keto Almond Joy Cookies
    • Keto Chili
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    • The best Fried Cabbage with bacon

    I hope you enjoy this How to Cook Delicata Squash Tutorial.  Here at Low Carb with Jennifer we aim to deliver family friendly keto recipes that are easy to make with ingredients found in most grocery stores.  No crazy ingredients here!  If you are interested in more keto friendly recipes, I have a cookbook that is now available for pre-order!  You can find that here: Jenniferbanz.com/ketocookbook

    roasted delicata squash in a bowl

    How to cook Delicata Squash Fries

    Catch all the fall vibes with this how to cook Delicata Squash Fries recipe! No peeling required and the perfect side dish! This oven roasted sweet and savory squash is the perfect addition to your fall recipe collection.
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    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 35
    Author: Jennifer Banz

    Ingredients

    • 1 Delicata Squash- cut in half lengthwise, seeds removed and then cut into half moon shapes
    • 2 Tablespoons avocado oil (Click here for my favorite brand on Amazon)
    • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • ½ teaspoon paprika
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 425F and line a sheet tray with parchment paper.
    • In a small bowl combine the seasonings. Set aside.
    • Place your squash on the sheet tray in a single layer and brush with the oil. season the tops of the squash with the seasonings. Place into already preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes. Once your 20 minutes is up place oven on low broil until squash is golden brown. Serve.

    Jennifer's tips

    • Serve with sugar free ketchup for the ultimate savory side dish
    • switch the seasonings up by using pumpkin pie spice for a delicious sweet Fall flavor
    • Re-heat the delicata squash fries in the air fryer to bring them back to life
    Servings: 4

    Nutrition per serving

    Serving: 100g | Calories: 35 | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fiber: 2g

    Nutrition is provided as a courtesy only. Please re-calculate on your own with the ingredients and amounts you used for the most accurate data.

    Keyword :gluten free, how to cook delicata squash fries recipe, keto side dish

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    1. Carole says

      December 11, 2021 at 10:30 am

      5 stars
      This recipe is PERFECTION! It is quick and easy to prepare, but more important, it is absolutely delicious. I have prepared it multiple times. Thank you so much!

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    2. Carole says

      November 02, 2021 at 1:07 pm

      5 stars
      These were a perfect complement to a low carb bourbon glazed ham steak I fixed. Thank you so much for an excellent and easy recipe.

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