Roasted Acorn Squash with Parmesan

Aug 1, 2025
by Abigale Walter
- 4.5 / 5 ( 2 Ratings)
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PREP TIME

10 mins
COOK TIME

45 mins
TOTAL TIME

55 mins
SERVING

2 People
VIEWS

6

Earthy acorn squash transforms into a sweet and savory delight with a simple roast and a generous dusting of nutty Parmesan. Perfect as a vibrant side or a comforting vegetarian main course.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

1 medium acorn squash

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

26 g
Cholesterol

4 mg
Fiber

4 g
Protein

4 g
Saturated Fat

3 g
Sodium

162 mg
Sugar

6 g
Fat

15 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)

02

Step

Carefully peel the acorn squash. Halve it, scoop out the seeds, and chop the squash into 1-inch pieces. (15 minutes)

03

Step

Place the chopped squash in a baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly. Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Toss again to ensure even distribution of seasonings. (5 minutes)

04

Step

Roast in the preheated oven until the squash is tender and lightly browned, approximately 40 minutes. (40 minutes)

05

Step

Remove the baking dish from the oven and sprinkle the Parmesan cheese evenly over the roasted squash. Return to the oven and continue to roast until the cheese is melted and slightly golden, about 5 minutes. (5 minutes)

06

Step

Serve immediately. Consider adding a sprinkle of extra Parmesan cheese and a crack of fresh black pepper before serving for an extra burst of flavor.

For a richer flavor, try using browned butter instead of olive oil.
A sprinkle of red pepper flakes adds a touch of heat.
To peel the squash more easily, microwave it for 2-3 minutes before cutting.

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