Mexican Spiced Candied Squash

by kris on February 9, 2011 in Dinner, Gluten Free, My Daily Life, Recipes

Well, 30 isn’t nearly as bad as I was told it was going to be. It has been AMAZING!

There were Prezzies…..

What better way to ring in my brand new year with a “Kris Day” full of loved ones, coffee, great food and great treats?! My birthday was inspiring, eye opening and busy as I was baking orders, shipping orders and finding time to break at a local coffee shop and then we stopped with the family for dinner.

No better way to ring in 30 with a vegan meal and some serious wine……

Thank you ALL for the amazing birthday wishes yesterday on the blog, facebook and twitter. I am such a sap and tear up on all your comments and your love. The warmth and friendships I have around me is beautiful. Thank you!

My last night at being in my 20′s I wanted something hearty to eat. I wanted something Spicy and Racy to eat. Something that was going to make me feel like I am living life on the edge, and what better way to do that than with Mexican Chili Powder?!

I had a beautiful delicata squash ready to be roasted so I chopped her up nice and started mixing spices…..

*Remember that squash is a wonderful replacement in your diet for grains as it is a healthy, beneficial carb. Never deprive of the carbs, just make sure they are the healthy ones and your waist line will thank you.

Mexican Spiced Squash:

1 delicata squash

1 tsp {heaping} coconut oil

1/4 tsp mexican chili powder

1/4 tsp sea salt

1/4 tsp italian seasoning {or oregano flakes}

To Make Mexican Spiced Squash: Preheat oven to 425.

Chop up the squash into even, bite size pieces. {I leave my peel on when using the delicata squash}

Place the squash into a large mixing bowl and toss with the coconut oil and spices.

Spread spiced squash on a parchment lined cookie sheet and bake for 20 – 30 minutes depending on how “toasty” you like it.

I served mine with a side of Salsa Tossed Quinoa that had sauteed Zucchini and Green Peppers in it.

No Mexican dinner ever goes without the best part – Guacamole.

Done.Like.Dinner.

There was a special treat waiting for me after dinner as well. I ate a petite molten lava brownie from our bakery. When treats are made with wholesome, natural ingredients, its ok to indulge

What is your favourite type of squash? Do you eat it often?

To Your Glam Life,

xxoo

Kris

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30 Responses to “Mexican Spiced Candied Squash”

lindsay February 9, 2011 at 12:10 pm #

just how 30 should be! thriving and full of spice. YUMMMY!
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ashley@quasichick February 9, 2011 at 12:17 pm #

I think I am addicted to all things green: guac, spinach, kale, cucs, …
I don’t know why but I just realized you had a bakery, going to check that out now!
ashley@quasichick´s last blog ..Why I Love Blogging

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kris Reply:
February 9th, 2011 at 6:02 pm
Hahaha! You will love the bakery

xxoo

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kalli February 9, 2011 at 1:37 pm #

Happy Birthday! Your 30′s are the best time so enjoy!

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kris Reply:
February 9th, 2011 at 6:01 pm
Thank you love! I was just thinking about you the other day! I hope you are well??

xxoo

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Ally (oatsandspice) February 9, 2011 at 1:49 pm #

I just bookmarked this page – I want to make your candied squash – it looks so delicious! And whatever you were eating at that restaurant looks amazing as well!

http://oatsandspice.wordpress.com/2011/02/08/oh-so-%E2%80%9Ctempt%E2%80%9D-ing/
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Kristina @ spabettie February 9, 2011 at 3:47 pm #

so glad your birthday was a great one – so well deserved!

that quinoa looks amazing… I love squash, but generally have to eat it for lunches or when I’m making something ELSE for Jason… he is not a fan. I made some recently and offered him a bite (which I did NOT think he’d even try!!), and he… LIKED it.

baby steps.

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kris Reply:
February 9th, 2011 at 6:01 pm
hahaha! Baby Steps I am glad he likes is kind of now. How could no one like the butter taste of squash?! hehe

Hudson loves it too!!

xxoo

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Andrea @ Vegvacious February 9, 2011 at 3:54 pm #

I’ve never had a delicata squash….but I’ve been seeing a bunch of recipes, so I must get one and try it! I love all squash, but right now I am really loving roasted butternut squash with a little olive oil and crushed garlic. I love it roasted until its starting to brown and carmelize in the oven….I could eat it everyday it’s so mouthwatering!
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kris Reply:
February 9th, 2011 at 6:00 pm
YES! I love when it starts to “candy” too…..I could eat it daily as well! I must try the simple olive oil and garlic

xxoo

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Shanna, like Banana February 9, 2011 at 4:14 pm #

Mine used to be butternut, but I think it’s now spaghetti squash because it’s even more versatile. Love using squash as mexi-meal base!

Happy Bday =)
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kris Reply:
February 9th, 2011 at 5:59 pm
Mmmmm spaghetti squash is GREAT as spaghetti

Thanks doll!
xxoo

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Tracey February 9, 2011 at 5:30 pm #

I’m so glad you had a very happy birthday!

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Christin@purplebirdblog February 9, 2011 at 6:45 pm #

I have never met a squash I didn’t like

My favorites are butternut and kabocha… the absolute bestest!
Christin@purplebirdblog´s last blog ..It’s Official…

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Heather (Where's the Beach) February 9, 2011 at 7:11 pm #

So glad you had such a great, special birthday! I love squash and eat it often. My fave is kabocha and next butternut. YUM!
Heather (Where’s the Beach)´s last blog ..Not So Fun Facts Friday

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Tracy @ Commit To Fit February 9, 2011 at 7:52 pm #

I don’t eat squash that often, but when I do, I like it roasted. Yum!
Tracy @ Commit To Fit´s last blog ..Vegan for a Week Challenge

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Melissa @ Vegan CacaoBee February 9, 2011 at 8:20 pm #

Happy (belated) Birthday! My favorite squash is butternut, with kabocha coming in a close second.
Melissa @ Vegan CacaoBee´s last blog ..Vegan Reading

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Courtney @ The Granola Chronicles February 9, 2011 at 10:58 pm #

Oh, I’m glad you had a great day! Happy Belated Birthday to you!!!

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Gina February 9, 2011 at 11:27 pm #

Happy belated birthday!

Guac is a huge obsession of mine! So, so good

My favorite squash would probably have to be butternut squash. I made a great butternut squash pizza not too long ago

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Kelsey @ Snacking Squirrel February 10, 2011 at 12:26 am #

I had squash with my dinner too last night!! unfortunately it wasent as yummy as spiced candied squash tho!!

btw HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY! is it ok if i say that you look either 24. i truly cant believe ur older!!

xoxo

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kris Reply:
February 10th, 2011 at 7:38 pm
Awwww girl, I love you I would stay 24 forever!!

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Stefanie @TheNewHealthy February 10, 2011 at 12:41 am #

Ah, how did I miss your birthday!! I’m glad it was a great one!!!!

Happy belated birthday beautiful!!

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Amy B @ Second City Randomness February 10, 2011 at 1:09 am #

I’m glad you had such a great time bringing in your 30′s! I hear from others that it’s the best time they’ve had yet!
Amy B @ Second City Randomness´s last blog ..Pass The Bread- Please!

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Heather @ Get Healthy with Heather February 10, 2011 at 1:14 am #

I can just imagine the sweet squash and spices going together just perfectly!

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Megan @ Healthy Hoggin' February 10, 2011 at 2:28 am #

Sounds like an AWESOME birthday!! Glad you had a good one!

I love my squash roasted in coconut oil and salt, or blended up in a curried soup! The sweet and spicy Mexican combo sounds delish, too!

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Jolene (www.everydayfoodie.ca) February 10, 2011 at 4:39 am #

That soup/stew like dish you are eating looks really good! What is it? What is the white stuff in the middle?

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Lisa February 10, 2011 at 11:26 am #

Sounds like a great birthday! The squash dinner looks amazing I’ve never actually had delicata. I should work on that!

My fave squash is spaghetti squash…but I don’t have it all that often. I should work on that too!

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Pure2raw twins February 11, 2011 at 2:55 am #

Happy belated birthday girl! Oh yes, we love our guac

And wanted to say congrats with the bakery!!!! Maybe one day we can play in the kitchen together

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kris Reply:
February 11th, 2011 at 5:58 pm
Thank you! of course!! We will play and mastermind some bakery goodness!

xxoo

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