Baked Acorn Squash
Acorn squash is named for its acorn-like shape and is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamins A and C.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Baked Acorn Squash
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the acorn squash in half and scoop out the seeds.
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Brush the inside of each squash half with olive oil and maple syrup. Sprinkle with cinnamon and salt.
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Place the squash halves cut-side down on a baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes.
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While the squash is baking, melt the butter in a small saucepan. Add the pecans and dried cranberries, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Remove the squash from the oven and flip them over. Fill each squash half with the pecan and cranberry mixture.
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Return the squash to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
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Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 150kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5g8%
- Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
- Sugars 5g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
