Calabaza Asada

Name: Calabaza Asada
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients: 2 lbs calabaza squash, cubed; 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tbsp fresh lime juice; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp salt

Savory roasted calabaza squash tossed in a garlic, lime, and oregano mojo marinade until tender and caramelized.

50 minEasyServes 4140 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lbs calabaza squash, cubed
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2

In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, and 1/2 tsp salt.
3

Add 2 lbs cubed calabaza squash and toss until evenly coated.
4

Spread 2 lbs cubed calabaza squash in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
5

Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and caramelized around the edges.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Calabaza Asada?

As written, 50 minutes: 15 of prep and 35 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 5 (35 minutes): "Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and caramelized around the edges."

What oven temperature does Calabaza Asada need?

For Calabaza Asada, the oven is set to 400 F (about 205 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 35 minutes, in step 5.

What should Calabaza Asada look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 3: cook until evenly coated. Step 5: cook until tender and caramelized around the edges.

Is Calabaza Asada keto-friendly?

A serving of Calabaza Asada carries 18 g of carbohydrate, 4 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 90 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 18 percent.

How many calories are in Calabaza Asada?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 140 calories, with 2 g protein, 18 g carbohydrate and 7 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 290 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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