Parmesan-Roasted Acorn Squash

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These roasted acorn squash slices are very simple to make for a tasty fall side dish.

Submitted by stephtaylor
Updated on June 10, 2024
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Parmesan-Roasted Acorn Squash garnished with fresh herbs and grated parmesan on a platter
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 (2 pound) acorn squash - halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut into 3/4-inch slices

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 8 sprigs fresh thyme

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste

  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

    Parmesan-Roasted Acorn Squash ingredients on a counter

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  2. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

  3. Toss squash slices, Parmesan, thyme sprigs, oil, salt, and pepper together in a bowl until squash is evenly coated.

    Parmesan with seasoning and sliced Acorn Squash in a large glass bowl

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  4. Transfer to a jelly roll pan and spread in a single layer.

    Parmesan covered Acorn Squash on a baking sheet

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  5. Roast in the preheated oven until squash is golden brown and tender, 25 to 30 minutes.

    Parmesan-Roasted Acorn Squash on a baking sheet

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  6. Serve hot and enjoy!

    Parmesan-Roasted Acorn Squash garnished with fresh herbs and grated parmesan on a platter

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Recipe Tip

You can use delicata squash instead of acorn squash if desired.

861 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

128 Calories
8g Fat
12g Carbs
3g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 128
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g 11%
Saturated Fat 2g 9%
Cholesterol 4mg 1%
Sodium 320mg 14%
Total Carbohydrate 12g 4%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 3g 6%
Vitamin C 14mg 15%
Calcium 97mg 7%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 406mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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