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oven roasted acorn squash
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5 from 2 votes

Oven Roasted Acorn Squash Halves

This baked acorn squash is amazing! Oven roasted to perfection, so tender and mouthwatering!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: acorn squash, squash
Cooking Method: Oven
Diet: Gluten-Free, Keto / Low-Carb, Paleo, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 4
Calories: 117kcal
Author: MelanieCooks.com

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 acorn squash
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Cut acorn squash in half lengthwise using a sharp knife. Scoop out and discard the seeds.
  • Put the acorn squash halves on a baking sheet cut side up. Brush them with olive oil.
  • Put acorn squash in the oven and bake for 50 minutes, or until tender.
  • Serve with butter, cinnamon, brown sugar or maple syrup for optional topping.

Notes

You can also turn this acorn squash into a main dish by making stuffed acorn squash :)

Nutrition

Calories: 117kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 748mg | Fiber: 3g | Vitamin A: 791IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 2mg