Grilled Acorn Squash
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Grilled Acorn Squash
Description
This recipe begins by halving the acorn squash, removing seeds, then cutting into eight segments. Coated with grapeseed oil and a spice mix of salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper, the squash is rubbed to distribute the seasoning evenly. Cooking on a grill set around 300-350°F with the lid closed, the squash develops tender flesh while acquiring a light char and grill flavor. Turning halfway ensures even cooking.
The final drizzle of honey adds a glaze that heightens the squash's natural sweetness and complements the mild spicy seasoning. The texture is tender with slightly crispy edges from the grill. This dish works well as a side offering a seasonal vegetable touch with a balance of sweet and savory tastes.
The recipe notes suggest that slicing acorn squash can be difficult due to its firmness and recommend having a grocery store cut it in half if desired. For vegan variation, honey can be substituted with agave syrup, maple syrup, or another plant-based sweetener. Although demonstrated on a gas grill, charcoal grilling is a suitable alternative with adjusted timing.
Ingredients
- 1 acorn squash cut in 8 slices
- cooking spray
- 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
- Dash cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons honey divided
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to high heat. Clean the grill and then reduce the heat to low (grill temperature should sit around 300-350 degrees).
- Slice the acorn squash in half. Remove all the seeds with a spoon. Then slice into 8 segments.
- Drizzle grapeseed oil oven the acorn squash and sprinkle the salt, black pepper, garlic powder on the acorn squash. Rub with fingers then add a dash of cayenne.
- Spray the grill with non-stick cooking spray. Place the acorn squash segments on the grill. Grill with lid closed for 20 minutes. Flipping at the 10 minute mark.
- Remove the acorn squash once tender. Drizzle with honey and serve immediately.
Notes
- Ask your grocery store to pre-cut the squash in half if slicing it yourself is difficult due to its firmness.
- Seasoning thoroughly with spices and oil is important to bring out flavor, as plain grilled acorn squash can be mild.
- This recipe is tested primarily on gas grills; adjust grilling times when using charcoal grills as needed.
- To make vegan, substitute honey with agave nectar, maple syrup, or another plant-based sweetener.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 106 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2g | |
| Calories | 106kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 294mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 374mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 395IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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