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Roasted Acorn Squash

This Roasted Acorn Squash is sweet, savory and the perfect side dish! This easy squash recipe is perfect for the holidays or a nice dinner!
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This Roasted Acorn Squash is sweet, savory and the perfect side dish! This easy squash recipe is perfect for the holidays or a nice dinner!
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:35 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 acorn squash
  • Olive oil for brushing
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or brown sugar monkfruit if low carb
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter divided
  • Optional: salt to taste and add a drizzle of honey before serving.

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Carefully slice the acorn squash lengthwise. Scrape the seeds and strings away from the squash.
  • In a small bowl combine the sweetener, chili powder and salt.
  • Lightly spray the cut side of the squash with the olive oil and sprinkle with the seasonings. Place the squash cut side down on a baking dish and bake for 15 minutes. Carefully flip the squash and bake an additional 10-15 minutes or until fork tender.
  • Before serving divide the butter among the four squash halves and allow it to melt. Add salt to taste and drizzle with honey if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 half roasted acorn squash | Calories: 179kcal | Carbohydrates: 19.6g | Protein: 1.9g | Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 30.5mg | Sodium: 520mg | Fiber: 3.6g | Sugar: 0.4g
Servings: 4
Calories: 179kcal
Author: Farmlife DIY