How to Make Roasted Acorn Squash with Parmesan Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

Roasted acorn squash with Parmesan cheese is a delicious and nutritious side dish that's perfect for the fall and winter months. The sweetness of the squash pairs perfectly with the nuttiness of the Parmesan cheese, resulting in a rich and flavorful dish that's sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. Whether you're looking for a healthy addition to your Thanksgiving table or just want to change up your regular side dish routine, this recipe is a great choice.

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Ingredients

  • 2 small acorn squash, seeded and quartered
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil, or as needed
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly oil a baking sheet with olive oil.
  • Put quartered squash on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down. Sprinkle lightly with salt; don't add too much!
  • Roast squash in the preheated oven until tender when poked with a fork, about 40 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and brush squash pieces with melted butter. Season with pepper, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Nutrition

    135 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 18mg
    • Sodium: 524mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 17mg
    • Calcium: 81mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 546mg