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Three charred zucchini halves topped with crumbled cheese, chopped herbs, pistachios, and a drizzle of olive oil, served on a light-colored plate.

Roasted Squash with Marinated Feta

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A deeply caramelized squash layered with warm, citrusy, herb-marinated feta. Textural contrast from pistachio and a bright herbal finish gives this a simple yet elevated feel.
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Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Dinner, Side Dish, Vegetarian
Cuisine: American
Calories: 654
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Squash
  • 2 Squash
  • Kosher salt
  • Olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper
Marinated Feta
  • ½ ½ cup Avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Dill
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
  • 8 oz Feta
  • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
Garnish
  • 2 Pistachios
  • 1 Parsley

Equipment

  • Cast iron or stainless steel frying pan
  • Sheet Pan
  • Bowl
  • Small jar
  • Microplane

Method
 

Prepare the Squash
  1. Cut each squash in half lengthwise. Score the cut surface with a shallow crosshatch pattern.
  2. Season lightly with kosher salt and let rest 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
  3. Pat dry thoroughly with a paper towel.
Sear the Squash
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add enough olive oil to coat the bottom.
  3. Place squash cut-side down and sear undisturbed for 5 minutes.
  4. Flip and cook another 3 minutes.
Roast the Squash
  1. Transfer squash to a sheet pan.
  2. Roast 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  3. Remove when tender and caramelized.
Make the Marinated Feta
  1. In a bowl, combine avocado oil, crushed red pepper, dill, thyme, oregano, lemon zest, and black pepper.
  2. Place feta into a jar.
  3. Pour herb oil mixture over the feta to fully coat.
  4. Set aside while the squash finishes cooking.
Assemble
  1. Transfer roasted squash to a serving platter.
  2. Spoon marinated feta and some of the infused oil over the top.
  3. Garnish with crushed pistachios and chopped parsley.
  4. Finish with flaky salt.
To Plate
  1. Lay squash cut-side up. Spoon marinated feta across the scored surface. Drizzle with the herb oil. Scatter pistachios. Add parsley. Finish with flaky salt.

Nutrition

Serving: 2gCalories: 654kcalCarbohydrates: 94gProtein: 24gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 101mgSodium: 2272mgPotassium: 2773mgFiber: 16gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 80625IUVitamin C: 161mgCalcium: 949mgIron: 7mg

Notes

  • Scoring the squash increases caramelization and absorption of the warm oil.
  • Marinated feta improves over 24–48 hours.

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