Why This Recipe Is So Good!
It only takes 5 minutes to prep the squash.It’s so easy to cook acorn squash, and you can roast it in the oven or cook it in the microwave.Add maple syrup and butter to the squash for an amazingly tasty side dish.The recipe can easily be customized to any dietary consideration, like vegan or paleo.It’s a healthy and nutritious side dish.
How To Cook It
In the oven:
How to Cook Acorn Squash in the Microwave:
What’s The Best Way To Cook Acorn Squash?
I personally don’t think you can beat the flavor and texture of acorn squash when you roast it in the oven. I highly recommend that you roast it with maple syrup and butter for a really delicious treat. The maple brings out the natural sweetness and the butter enhances the flavor.
Can You Eat The Skin?
The skin of the roasted acorn squash is absolutely edible. Roasting makes in tender and it’s really tasty. It also contains a wealth of healthy vitamins in it along with fiber and antioxidants.
Is This Recipe Healthy?
Acorn squash is highly nutritious and especially rich in vitamins A, C, B, potassium, iron and magnesium. Half a squash roasted with a little oil is around 100 calories and it is naturally low in fat.
Serving Suggestions
Squash is in season during the fall, so it’s a great side dish to serve as part of your Thanksgiving meal. It’s also simple enough to cook that it can easily accompany a weeknight meal. Try it with:
Lemon Garlic SalmonTurkey Breast with GravySteak with Bearnaise SauceBacon Wrapped Chicken
Chef’s Tips
When prepping the squash, cut a small slice off of the bottom of each half so that they are stable when you place them on the baking tray.The squash is ready when a fork can easily pierce the flesh.I highly recommend roasting the squash with maple and butter for a really delicious side dish!
For More Easy Side Dish Recipes:
Crockpot Vegan Mashed PotatoesWhole30 Sweet Potato CasseroleWhole30 Green BeansBalsamic Brussels Sprouts
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