Savory Roasted Blue Hokkaido Squash

It's difficult to describe the robust and unexpected flavor concealed within the Blue Hokkaido Squash. However, what I can confidently declare is the Blue Hokkaido Squash is incredibly delicious and unique making it the perfect ingredient for dishes with a flavor profile of savory, sweet or anything in between. While this squash is certainly a star on its own, the texture is hearty and yet light which lends to the versatility of using it as a side ingredient in pasta, roasting with a plethora of other roots, or withstanding tempura. It truly is distinguished from the culinary darling, Kabocha squash.

In this recipe, the Hokkaido Squash to takes center stage, dressed with a complex "Savory Seasoning" from Momofuku (comprised of kosher salt with garlic, tamari, kelp, and mushroom powder) and a tantalizing tahini dressing. Easy to make, easier to love, get ready for my family’s Savory Roasted Blue Hokkaido Squash.

*Trouble finding the Blue Hokkaido Squash? The “Red Kuri” squash is an ideal substitute.

• Time and Serving Size

  Time:

  Prep: 10 min

  Cook: 15 min

  Servings: 4

• Ingredients

  Hokkaido Squash

  Momofuku Savory Seasoned Salt

  tahini dressing

• Nutrition

  Nutrition per serving:

  Calories 52.16kcal, 3% DV

  Total Fat 4.06g, 6% DV

  Carbs 3.47g, 1% DV

  Sugars 0.84g, 1% DV

  Protein 1.56g, 3% DV

  Sodium 228.91mg, 11% DV

  Fiber 0.84g, 3% DV

  Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

  Health Score: 8.3/10

  *Health Scores are calculated on a 1-10 scale based on nutrient density and USDA recommendations for a healthy diet. A higher Health Score means healthier food. The value based on impact of more than 28 nutrients.

  Nutrients in this dish with a positive impact:

  Unsaturated Fat 3g, 7% DV

  Fiber 1g, 3% DV

  Protein 2g, 3% DV

  Potassium 130mg, 4% DV

  Magnesium 11mg, 3% DV

  Iron 1mg, 6% DV

Step 1

Preheat oven to 425F.

Step 2

Wash, deseed, and slice squash into bite size pieces.

Step 3

Arrange squash onto a sheet pan and drizzle with sesame oil and season well with Momofuku Savory Salt.

Step 4

Roast the squash for 15 minutes. Turn the oven off and rest the squash in the warm oven for 3-5minutes.

Step 5

Drizzle with tahini dressing and enjoy!

• *Historical Sources

  Gardening Know How

  Red Kuri Squash - Wikipedia