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Roasted acorn squash on a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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How To Roast Acorn Squash

Whether you're cubing it and serving it as a side dish or making stuffed acorn squash, this recipe is perfect for cozy fall meals. Here's a foolproof approach for how to roast acorn squash (the easy way)!
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 6 Halves
Calories 107kcal
Author Christine McMichael

Ingredients

  • 3 medium acorn squash
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp pepper or to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Cut the squash into halves and remove the seeds.
  • Brush the flesh side with the olive oil.
  • Sprinkle salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings on the flesh side.
  • Place the squash cut side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Roast for 35-40 minutes, or until the squash is tender.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 107kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 103mg | Potassium: 748mg | Fiber: 3g | Vitamin A: 791IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 2mg