These Paleo Delicata Squash Rings are made from real ingredients that will leave you feeling great all while getting in that seasonal produce nourishment. They’re crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside with every flavorful bite. Plus, they pair great with my Honey Dijon Aioli. Keep reading for both recipes!
This recipe was created in partnership with Heinen’s
Paleo Delicata Squash Rings
If you’re looking for a fun way to use up your delicata squash this fall or are in pursuit to find a unique appetizer for game day, holiday gatherings, etc., you’ve come to the right place. These Paleo Delicata Squash Rings are basically onion ring’s festive fall/winter cousin and are much better for you that the traditional circles you’d order out. When I tell you that you won’t miss the originals when you swap those rings for this nutritional yet delicious recipe, I mean it!
Dietary Notes – Paleo Delicata Squash Rings
These Delicata Squash Rings are made with just a handful of simple ingredients and fit right into the following dietary needs:
- gluten free
- grain free
- dairy free
- paleo
- Whole30 (choose a different dipping sauce without honey)
- refined sugar free
- vegetarian
Hungry for more?
If you’re looking for more fun veggie-focused side dish ideas, be sure to check on these next!
- Paleo Sweet Potato Tots (gluten free, grain free, lactose free, paleo, Whole30, refined sugar free, vegetarian)
- Fried Green Tomatoes (gluten free, grain free, lactose free, paleo, Whole30, refined sugar free, vegetarian)
- Buffalo Cauliflower Bites (gluten free, grain free, lactose free, paleo, Whole30, refined sugar free, vegetarian)
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Paleo Delicata Squash Rings with Honey Dijon Aioli
Ingredients
Delicata Squash Rings
- 2 small delicata squash
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup nut milk of choice (I use coconut)
- ¾ cup cassava flour (I use Otto’s Naturals)
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- ½ tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- ½ cup avocado oil or olive oil (plus more if needed)
Honey Dijon Aioli
- ¼ cup avocado mayo (I use Primal Kitchen or Chosen Foods)
- 2 tbsp raw honey
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Slice squash into about 20-25 rings then use a spoon to scoop out the center.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and coconut milk. Once mixed completely, place the rings into the bowl and do your best to cover the rings in the mixture. Let sit while you prepare the rest.
- Combine the cassava flour, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper in a bowl with a large flat bottom or a plate with edges.
- Add avocado oil to a large skillet on the stove over medium/high heat to begin heating. Note: You can also use olive oil, but avocado oil has a higher smoke point.
- Remove the rings from the milk and egg mixture and into a new bowl, then add ¼ cup of the flour mixture into the milk and egg mixture. Stir to form a batter.
- Once the oil is hot, one by one, dredge the rings in the egg and milk batter then move to the flour mixture using a fork to coat completely.
- Add each ring to the skillet to fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-5 minutes per side. Watch closely to avoid burning! Note: If your oil has too much flour in the bottom, it can cause the rings to burn. If this happens, simply replace the oil, reheat and keep going!
- Once golden, place each ring on a paper towel to dry and cool slightly.
- While the rings dry, mix together avocado mayo, honey and Dijon mustard together for the dipping sauce.
- Top with additional sea salt if you’d like and serve with the sauce!
These are so good! The dipping sauce is amazing! I couldn’t stop eating them!
I’m so glad you loved them! Thank you so much for sharing. 🙂
I cannot believe how amazing these are!! The dipping sauce is so good. Thanks for making eating healthy so enjoyable 😀
Aw, thank you for saying that! It’s always my main goal to bring delicious and healthy together so that means so much to me! 🙂