Acorn Squash N Citrus
Brighten up your dinner table with this vibrant and flavorful Acorn Squash N Citrus recipe! Tender roasted acorn squash wedges are infused with a tangy-sweet blend of orange juice, lemon juice, and zesty citrus peels, lightly caramelized with a touch of brown sugar and warm cinnamon. This easy-to-make dish captures the perfect balance of savory and sweet, enhanced with a hint of olive oil and garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Ready in under an hour, this roasted squash serves as a stunning side dish that's perfect for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners. Pair it with roasted meats or hearty grains, and enjoy the seasonal harmony of fall flavors with a citrus twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium acorn squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the acorn squashes in half, scoop out the seeds, and cut each half into 3-4 wedges.
Place the squash wedges onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, orange zest, lemon zest, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.
Brush the citrus mixture generously over the squash pieces, ensuring all are evenly coated.
Roast in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, flipping the wedges halfway through, until they are golden-brown and fork-tender.
Remove the roasted squash from the oven and transfer to a serving platter.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and added freshness.
Serve warm as a delicious side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1332 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.1 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1256 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 280.3 g | 102% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 77.7 g | 278% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.1 g | ||
| Protein | 20.2 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 808 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 7750 mg | 165% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
