Microwave Acorn Squash
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5.0
15 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
86 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Microwave Acorn Squash
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Acorn squash is a beloved fall favorite with its sweet and nutty flavor. This is the quickest and easiest way to cook acorn squash in the microwave so that you can enjoy this delicious and nutritious side dish any night of the week!
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Ingredients
- 1 medium acorn squash
- 1 teaspoon butter, melted (can use vegan butter to keep the recipe vegan)
- Pinch of salt
Optional toppings:
- brown sugar, cinnamon, maple syrup, parmesan cheese, herbs and spices
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Instructions
- Wash the squash thoroughly and dry it with a towel. Place the squash on a cutting board. With a sharp knife, carefully cut the acorn squash in half from the stem end to the base. To make it easier to cut the squash, you can heat it in the microwave first to soften it. To soften acorn squash in the microwave, first make a few incisions in the squash using a knife or fork, to allow steam to escape. Then place the squash on a plate and microwave it on high heat for 2 minutes. When the squash is cool enough to handle, cut it in half.
- Use a large spoon to remove the seeds and stringy pulp from the center of the squash halves.
- Place the squash halves, cut side down, in a microwave-safe dish. Pour 2-3 tablespoons water into the dish. This helps soften the squash as it cooks. Microwave the acorn squash on high power for 8-9 minutes until tender and almost cooked through when poked with a fork. The cooking time may vary depending on the size of your squash and the wattage of your microwave, so keep an eye on it.
- Flip the squash over so that it's cut side up. Brush insides of the squash with melted butter and sprinkle with salt. If desired, sprinkle with brown sugar, cinnamon, spices, or any other toppings like brown sugar and cinnamon. Return the dish to the microwave and cook another 2-3 minutes until done. Carefully remove the squash from the microwave and check if the flesh is tender. If it's not fully cooked, you can microwave it for an additional minute or so.
- Serve acorn squash as is or use it to make different dishes like stuffed acorn squash or mashed acorn squash. See "How To Serve Microwave Acorn Squash" section of blog post for some ideas.
Notes
- Acorn squash can be difficult to cut so you can microwave it for 2 minutes first to soften it. To soften acorn squash in the microwave, first make a few incisions in the squash using a knife or fork, to allow steam to escape. Then place the squash on a plate and microwave it on high heat for 2 minutes. When the squash is cool enough to handle, cut it in half and proceed with the recipe.
- If you do soften the acorn squash in the microwave first, it will shorten the final cooking time.
- Store any leftover cooked acorn squash in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
0.5 squash
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 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.5 squash | |
| 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.
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