Chile-Roasted Acorn Squash

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
1%
Chile-Roasted Acorn Squash
45 min.
10
150kcal

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If you're on the hunt for a delicious side dish that checks all the boxes—vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP—look no further than this Chile-Roasted Acorn Squash recipe! Perfectly roasted, these sweet and savory wedges of acorn squash are elevated with a spicy kick from minced chipotle chiles, creating a flavor explosion that will delight your taste buds. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch on the outside with a tender, melt-in-your-mouth center.

This recipe serves 10, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or family meals, while the prep and cooking time of just 45 minutes means you won't spend your whole day in the kitchen. Plus, with only 150 calories per serving, you can indulge without guilt! The blend of dark brown sugar and canola oil not only enhances the natural sweetness of the squash but also lends a beautiful caramelization that’s hard to resist.

Perfect for any season, this dish presents beautifully on the table and allows you to impress your guests with minimal effort. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to enjoy the sensational combination of flavors and textures with this Chile-Roasted Acorn Squash. Your palate will thank you!

Ingredients

  • large acorn squash 
  • 1.5 tablespoons chipotle sauce canned minced
  • tablespoons canola oil 
  • tablespoons brown sugar dark packed
  • tsp kosher salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 40
  2. Cut squash in half and scoop out seeds.
  3. Cut each half into 3 wedges. In a small bowl, stir remaining ingredients together with 1 tbsp. water.
  4. Slather wedges with chile mixture, holding over bowl to catch drips (use about half of mixture). Set wedges in an oiled rimmed baking pan; cover loosely with foil.
  5. Bake squash 15 minutes. Uncover and drizzle with remaining chile mixture.
  6. Bake until very tender, about 25 minutes more.
  7. Sprinkle with salt to taste.
  8. Make ahead: Chill, covered, up to 1 day; reheat 20 minutes at 35

Nutrition Facts

Calories150kcal
Protein1.77%
Fat56.51%
Carbs41.72%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
4.609565226928%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:149.97kcal
7.5%
Fat:9.89g
15.21%
Saturated Fat:0.74g
4.62%
Carbohydrates:16.42g
5.47%
Net Carbohydrates:14.9g
5.42%
Sugar:7.13g
7.93%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:469.72mg
20.42%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.7g
1.4%
Vitamin C:9.48mg
11.49%
Vitamin E:1.72mg
11.43%
Potassium:308.79mg
8.82%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.05%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.49%
Magnesium:28.24mg
7.06%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.78%
Vitamin K:6.99µg
6.65%
Vitamin A:316.47IU
6.33%
Fiber:1.52g
6.07%
Iron:0.71mg
3.96%
Folate:14.73µg
3.68%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.54%
Calcium:34.71mg
3.47%
Phosphorus:31.32mg
3.13%
Vitamin B3:0.61mg
3.06%
Copper:0.06mg
2.99%
Source:My Recipes