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Savory roasted acorn squash
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5 from 3 votes

Herb Roasted Acorn Squash with Parmesan

The squash slices are perfectly tender, coated with a golden cheesy seasoning
Prep Time10 minutes
Active Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Squash
Yield: 4 people
Calories: 115kcal

Materials

  • 1 large acorn squash
  • cup grated Parmesan cheese + more for garnishing
  • 2 tbsp dried Italian herbs
  • 2 tbsp butter melted
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt & Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400℉.
  • Line one large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Cut off the two ends of the acorn squash.
  • Then, cut the acorn squash in half, and scoop out the seeds.
  • Each squash should be cut into ½” thick moon-shape slices.
  • Cut the slices into more bite sized pieces
  • Put the squash pieces into a large mixing bowl
  • In that bowl, pour the melted butter over the squash
  • Toss to cover the squash with the butter.
  • Add the Parmesan, herbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper and toss until mixed.
  • Spread the acorn squash out onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake until the acorn squash pieces are tender and the Parmesan topping is crispy, about 25-30 minutes.
  • You can turn the squash pieces over about half way through if you like for a more even browning.
    Savory roasted acorn squash
  • Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and herbs.

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Nutrition

Serving: 205g | Calories: 115kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 376mg | Potassium: 268mg | Fiber: 3g | Vitamin A: 1800IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 8mg