Roasted Acorn Squash
Roasted Acorn Squash is a quick and easy side dish with parmesan, herbs, and olive oil. Perfectly golden and ready in just 20 minutes!
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 medium acorn squash halved and sliced
- ½ cup parmesan cheese freshly shredded
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons herbes de provence
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Cut squash in half lengthwise, scoop out seeds, and slice into ½-inch pieces. Discard the stem portions.
- Place squash slices in a large mixing bowl. Add parmesan, olive oil, herbes de provence, salt, and garlic powder. Toss to coat evenly.
- Arrange slices on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle any remaining seasoning and cheese from the bowl over the squash.
- Roast for 20 minutes or until the bottoms are golden brown. Serve warm.
Notes
🥡 STORAGE: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
♨️ REHEATING: Oven: Bake at 350°F for 8-10 minutes.
Air fryer: Heat at 350°F for 4-6 minutes.
Skillet: Warm over medium heat for 4-5 minutes.
Microwave: Heat in short intervals until warmed through.
❄️ FREEZING: Not recommended, as the texture will become mushy.
💡 TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS: Flip slices halfway through for even browning.
Cut the squash into even slices so it roasts consistently.
Try different herbs and spices to keep this roasted acorn squash recipe exciting.
🍳 ALTERNATE COOKING METHODS: Grill: Cook slices over medium heat 4-5 minutes per side.
Stovetop: Pan-fry in a skillet with a little oil until golden and tender.
Broiler: Broil on high for 6-8 minutes, flipping once.
♻️ LEFTOVERS: Toss into salads for added flavor.
Mix into pasta or grain bowls.
Mash and serve as a simple side dish.
Nutrition
Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 524mg | Potassium: 266mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 341IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 129mg | Iron: 1mg
