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This Parmesan Roasted Acorn Squash is an easy savory side dish. It uses simple ingredients and even roasts the seeds!

Parmesan Roasted Acorn Squash

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Countryside Cravings
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Ingredients

  • 1 2 pound acorn squash, washed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1-2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • OPTIONAL SEEDS:
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1/2-1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Cut the squash in half then scrape out the seeds. Reserve the seeds if you choose to roast them. Cut squash into 1/2 inch slices. Place on baking sheet and toss with olive oil.
  • In a small bowl combine the cheese, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Sprinkle over squash. Bake for 25 minutes or until cheese is lightly browned.
  • FOR THE SEEDS: Clean the seeds and dry well. Toss with olive oil and garlic powder. Spread on a small baking sheet and bake along with the squash for 7-8 minutes or until lightly browned and starting to pop. Serve with squash.

Notes

1. Add 1 tablespoon fresh chopped herbs to the squash before baking.
2. Recipe adapted from Real Simple.