How to Make Microwave Delicata Squash - A Step-by-Step Guide

Microwave Delicata Squash is a delightful and quick way to prepare this delicious autumn vegetable. Delicata squash is known for its creamy texture and sweet, nutty flavor, and microwaving it is a convenient method that takes just a fraction of the time compared to traditional oven roasting. With the right seasoning and a few simple steps, you can have a nutritious and flavorful side dish ready in no time!

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Ingredients

  • 1 delicata squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
  • ½ cup vegetable broth
  • 1 pinch salt to taste
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil
  • ¼ teaspoon fish sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Place delicata squash halves, cut-sides down, in a microwave-safe bowl. Pour in vegetable broth, season with salt, and cover with a lid.
  • Cook in the microwave until squash is easily pierced with a knife, about 8 minutes. Uncover carefully and drain broth. Flip squash and let cool for 5 minutes before cutting into smaller pieces.
  • Whisk lime juice, sugar, Sriracha sauce, sesame oil, and fish sauce in a small bowl until sugar is dissolved. Pour dressing over squash.
  • Nutrition

    23 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 278mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 11mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 43mg