Heart-Healthy Simple Baked Acorn Squash
Transform your mealtime with this Heart-Healthy Simple Baked Acorn Squash recipe—an easy, nutritious dish packed with wholesome flavor. Featuring acorn squash as the star ingredient, this recipe is elevated with olive oil and a medley of aromatic seasonings like rosemary, thyme, garlic powder, and a touch of salt and pepper. Perfectly roasted to golden caramelized edges, the squash boasts a tender texture and rich earthiness that pairs beautifully with a variety of heart-healthy mains. With just 10 minutes of prep time and straightforward instructions, it's an ideal choice for a quick yet elegant side dish. Whether you're meal planning for wellness or celebrating comforting seasonal produce, this simple baked acorn squash is sure to impress while keeping nutrition front and center.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole Acorn squash
- 2 teaspoons Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried rosemary
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash the acorn squash thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt.
Carefully cut the acorn squash in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and stringy bits from the center of each half.
Slice each half into half-moon shaped slices, about 1-inch thick.
Place the squash slices on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the squash slices.
In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, dried rosemary, dried thyme, and garlic powder.
Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over the squash slices.
Use your hands to toss the squash gently on the baking sheet, ensuring each piece is coated with oil and seasoning.
Arrange the squash slices in a single layer on the baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, turning halfway through, until the squash is fork-tender and lightly caramelized at the edges.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
Plate the squash as a side dish with your favorite heart-healthy main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
742 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.0 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 625 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 127.7 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.4 g | 137% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.9 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 388 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 3788 mg | 81% | |
*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.
