Description
This Parmesan Herb Roasted Acorn Squash recipe offers a deliciously savory way to enjoy sweet acorn squash. Roasted to perfection with a blend of garlic, parmesan cheese, and dried herbs, this dish is a flavorful and easy side that pairs well with a variety of mains.
Ingredients
Scale
Squash and Seasoning
- 2 small to medium acorn squash
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) to get it ready for roasting the squash.
- Prepare Squash: Slice the top and bottom off each squash, then stand it on one flat end and slice it in half vertically. Use a spoon to scoop out and discard the seeds from each half. Slice each half into approximately 1-inch thick slices.
- Toss Ingredients: Place the sliced squash in a large mixing bowl. Add olive oil, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, kosher salt, dried basil, thyme, and oregano. Mix by hand until all slices are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange for Roasting: Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Place the seasoned squash slices in a single layer on the tray. If there’s leftover parmesan herb mixture in the bowl, press it onto the top of each slice for extra flavor.
- Roast Squash: Bake the squash in the preheated oven for 25 minutes until the slices are tender and lightly golden on top.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve hot. This recipe yields 6 servings as a delightful side dish.
Notes
- Use a serrated knife for easier and safer slicing of acorn squash.
- If parmesan cheese is unavailable, aged pecorino or asiago can be good alternatives.
- For a dairy-free option, omit the parmesan and increase the olive oil slightly, adding nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.
- To add heat, sprinkle red pepper flakes before roasting.
- Make sure not to crowd the slices on the tray to ensure even roasting and browning.
- This dish pairs well with roasted chicken or grilled meats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
