Parmesan Herb Roasted Acorn Squash
A delightful dish featuring roasted acorn squash with Parmesan cheese and Italian herbs, perfect for cozy meals and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium acorn squashes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons dried Italian herbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the acorn squashes in half and scoop out the seeds.
- Cut each half into 1/2-inch thick wedges.
- Combine olive oil, Parmesan, Italian herbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Toss the acorn squash wedges in the mixture until fully coated.
- Arrange the wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For deeper flavor, consider slow roasting the squash. Ensure even cutting for uniform roasting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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