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How to Cook Acorn Squash in the Microwave

How to cook acorn squash in the microwave, so it's fork-tender and ready to topped with your favorite seasonings or used in another recipe. 

Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
12 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 86 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 acorn squash
  • salt
  • cinnamon
  • brown sugar

Instructions

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  1. Rinse the acorn squash under lukewarm water and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel. 
  2. Place the squash on a flat surface, and use a sharp kitchen knife to make a small incision in the center of the squash.
  3. Place the entire squash in the microwave for 3 to 4 minutes. 
  4. Use a kitchen towel to remove the squash from the microwave and place it onto a flat surface. Hold the end of the squash by the stem, and slice vertically, working away from your hand. 
  5. Place squash halves, open-faced, into a microwave-safe baking dish or plate. Microwave on HIGH for 6 minutes or until the squash is fork-tender. 
  6. Once the squash is cooked, allow it to cool for 2 minutes before removing it from the microwave. Use a large spoon to scoop out the seeds and discard them. 
  7. Top with salt, cinnamon, and brown sugar. 

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 serving Calories 86kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 22g (7%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 0.2g (0%) Saturated Fat 0.04g (0%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g Monounsaturated Fat 0.01g Sodium 6mg (0%) Potassium 748mg (21%) Fiber 3g (12%) Vitamin A 791IU (16%) Vitamin C 24mg (27%) Calcium 71mg (7%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 86

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 serving
Calories 86kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 22g 7%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 0.2g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.04g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.01g 0%
Sodium 6mg 0%
Potassium 748mg 16%
Fiber 3g 12%
Vitamin A 791IU 16%
Vitamin C 24mg 27%
Calcium 71mg 7%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.