Aside from being Labor Day, today is also National Acorn Squash Day. This popular fall vegetable originated in North America. Native Americans later introduced squash to early European settlers. It’s a popular ingredient in soups, stews, and roasted vegetable dishes.
⭐ Acorn squash offers health benefits, too. It has vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, and fiber, along with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds.
🍲 Here’s one of my favorite recipes for a savory side dish.
ROASTED ACORN SQUASH
Ingredients
2 Acorn Squash
Olive Oil
Paprika, Oregano, Parsley, Garlic Powder
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Pierce squash with fork and cook in microwave on high for 5 minutes or until somewhat soft. Place the squash on a cutting board and slice it in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds. Lay each half cut-side-down on the board and slice into ¼ inch lengthwise slices.
Arrange the slices in a single layer on a greased aluminum-foil lined baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil over the top of each squash piece and sprinkle with spices. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until slices are fork-tender. Serves 4-6.
Image by Diane Blanco from Pixabay.
How do you like to prepare Acorn Squash?
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