Roasted Acorn Squash
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Roasted Acorn Squash
Description
Roasted Acorn Squash is prepared by slicing the squash into half-inch thick crosswise pieces after removing seeds. The slices are coated with olive oil, brown sugar, cinnamon, cumin, salt, and pepper, then oven-roasted at 425°F until tender and golden brown.
The roasting process encourages caramelization of the sugars and develops a deep, warm flavor profile with a pleasing contrast between the sweet brown sugar and the spice from cinnamon and cumin. The squash becomes fork-tender with crisp edges.
Fresh parsley added as a garnish brings a bright herbal note and visual contrast to the finished dish. This preparation makes an easy, flavorful vegetable side suitable for seasonal meals.
Using a sharp knife to slice the squash helps create even pieces that roast uniformly and makes handling safer.
Ingredients
- 1 acorn squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- parsley for serving, chopped
Instructions
- Wash and dry the acorn squash. Cut the top and bottom off, then cut the acorn squash in half and use a spoon to scoop out the seeds. Slice each acorn half crosswise into ½-inch thick slices.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the acorn squash on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle the olive oil on top. Season with brown sugar, cinnamon, cumin, salt and pepper and use your hands to rub the seasoning and olive oil all over the acorn squash.
- Roast until the squash is fork tender and golden, 15 to 20 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
- Use a sharp knife for safe, even slicing of the acorn squash.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 130 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 130kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 296mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 389mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 400IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 46mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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