Sumac Roasted Delicata Squash Rings with Tahini Parsley Sauce

There are loads of ways to turn delicata squash into a delicious treat. In my opinion, roasting makes the squash taste sweeter without adding extra sugar and brings about an amazing depth of flavour. You can also stirfry or steam them. No need to peel the delicata as the skin is thin and edible.
Tahini works in perfect harmony with roasted squash. Adjust the amount of water in the dressing depending on the consistency of the brand you use. The sauce should be thick yet runny, like honey or pouring consistency of mayonnaise.

Tahini Parsley Sauce
2 Garlic cloves, smashed 40 g Flat-leaf parsley leaves with tender stems 125 g Tahini 45 ml Fresh lemon juice 100 ml Water Salt	1 Delicata squash, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds and seeds removed 1 tbsp Olive oil 1 tbsp Sumac Salt and black pepper to taste 2 tbsp Pomegranate seeds 2 tbsp Chopped parsley leaves

Pulse garlic, parsley, tahini, lemon juice, and water in a blender, adding more water if needed, until smooth. Season with salt. Sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and stored in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Preheat oven to 200C/400F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, toss squash rings with the olive oil, sumac, salt, and pepper until the squash rings are thoroughly coated. Arrange them evenly on the baking sheet in a single layer.
Bake for 25 minutes, until tender and slightly caramelized on the edges. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
Tranfer the squash rings on a serving platter. Drizzle some tahini dressing over and scatter with pomegranate seeds and chopped parsley. Enjoy!

18 comments:

Ashley@CookNourishBliss 25/9/20 16:32: I LOVE delicata squash and am so excited it's back in season! This looks fantastic!
mjskit 26/9/20 04:58: Another squash recipe for me to try. YAY! Hopefully the market will have pomegranates by now, I've been waiting and this is such a gorgeous salad with all of the colorful ingredients
Nammi 26/9/20 05:22: I love this Salad!. CAnt wait to try this one :)
savorthebest 26/9/20 06:59: Oh Delicata squash is so good and one of my favorite things about the Fall produce. It looks delicious Angie
Nancy Chan 26/9/20 08:57: I have never eaten squash this way. Interested to know how it tastes like.
Let's Curry 26/9/20 15:39: Angie,
This is such a perfect fall recipe. I love how you have used the tahini sauce and sumac along with delicata.I also believe that when you actually roast the squash, it retains its natural sweetness more.
SavoringTime in the Kitchen 26/9/20 17:30: Squash is another one of my fall favorites! What a beautiful presentation. ♥
Kitchen Riffs 26/9/20 18:30: We really start craving squash at this time of the year, so this is a timely (and delightful!) post for us. Very nice recipe -- good job! :-) Thanks so much.
Anonymous 26/9/20 18:59: Loving the combination of tahini and sumac in this dish, Angie. And delicata is my all-time favorite squash!
Catherine 27/9/20 03:30: Oh, dear Angie, this is not only delicious looking but a work of art too. It would make such a pretty dish for Thanksgiving. xoxo
Balvinder 27/9/20 04:05: This looks really good. Love roasted squash, love sumac and tahini, and I plan to add it to our dinner menu this week.
speedy70 27/9/20 08:31: Adoro la zucca, che piatto prelibato!!!!
Karen (Back Road Journal) 27/9/20 22:40: I've not prepared delicata squash before and this sounds like a fantastic way to try it.
Lauren - BasicGinger.com 29/9/20 04:28: ooo I'm going to try this with the kombocha squash I have eyeing me from the counter... never thought to use Sumac and tahini with squash but it sounds incredible! Your recipes are always so inspiring!!!
Ron 29/9/20 15:45: Angie, I've roasted a lot of squash in my time but I never though of using sumac to season them. Brilliant idea! I love the sound of your Tahini Parsley Sauce as well. I have a Kabocha squash on the kitchen counter that I'll try this with.
Dawn @ Words Of Deliciousness 30/9/20 02:18: I love squash. This recipe so good.
Raymund 1/10/20 03:52: I can feel that autumn on your end, such a great dish to represent it
Noob Cook 8/10/20 09:59: I feel autumn in the air when I see these baked squash.