Description
Honey Garlic Roasted Acorn Squash is a delightful dish that combines the natural sweetness of acorn squash with the rich flavors of honey and garlic, making it both comforting and sophisticated.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium acorn squash
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the acorn squash in half and scoop out the seeds.
- Slice the squash into even wedges.
- In a bowl, mix together honey, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the squash wedges in the honey garlic mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Arrange the marinated squash on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme before serving.
Notes
- Choose acorn squash that is firm and heavy for its size to ensure the best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: recipes
- Method: roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 1
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 1
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: acorn squash, honey garlic, roasted vegetables, side dish, fall recipes