Paleo Simple Baked Acorn Squash
Delight in the natural sweetness of acorn squash with this Paleo Simple Baked Acorn Squash recipe, a wholesome and crowd-pleasing addition to your seasonal table. Featuring thick wedges of tender acorn squash brushed with a tantalizing blend of olive oil, honey, ground cinnamon, and a touch of sea salt and black pepper, this dish is baked to perfection until golden and caramelized. With just 10 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, this gluten-free, dairy-free recipe offers a nutrient-packed side dish or light main course bursting with comforting autumn flavors. Serve it warm to elevate your Paleo-friendly feast or complement a weeknight meal effortlessly!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large acorn squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Carefully cut each acorn squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
Slice each half into about 1-inch thick wedges.
Place the squash wedges in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, honey, ground cinnamon, sea salt, and black pepper.
Brush the mixture evenly over the acorn squash wedges, making sure each piece is thoroughly coated.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the squash is tender and slightly caramelized around the edges.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm as a delicious Paleo-friendly side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1667 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.4 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1258 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 369.9 g | 135% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 106.2 g | 379% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.2 g | ||
| Protein | 27.1 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1070 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 10514 mg | 224% | |
*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.
