Acorn squash baked to perfection - a simple and nutritious side dish.
Baked acorn squash is an effortless, nutritious side dish that goes well with almost any protein. Try it with Rosemary Pork Shoulder or Cod in Coconut Curry Sauce.
Winter squashes taste somewhat sweet and bland and require flavoring to brighten them. I recommend adding a variety of sauces, for example, Punchy mustard sauce or Tangy tomato sauce. Feel free to try your favorite spice combinations and dressing.
Health Benefits Of Acorn Squash
- Like other winter squashes, acorn squash is an excellent source of complex carbohydrates and fiber. It’s certainly a healthy source of carbohydrates for people with a healthy metabolism. However, if you have blood sugar issues, I suggest you eat winter squashes in moderation. Consider testing your personal blood sugar response to this vegetable using a glucometer rather than guessing. Here is the brand of glucometer that I recommend using.
- It contains high amounts of beta-carotene, a powerful antioxidant, cancer fighter, and a precursor to vitamin A.
- It also provides a generous amount of vitamin C and B2.
- High potassium and magnesium content and low sodium make this vegetable a perfect fit for people with high blood pressure.
Baked Acorn Squash
Ingredients:
1 acorn squash
2-3 garlic cloves, minced
¼ cup olive oil
2 Tbsp Balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350F.
- Cut the acorn squash in half lengthwise and scrape the seeds out with a spoon. Then slice the squash lengthwise into ½ inch thick pieces.
- In a big bowl whisk together the oil, garlic, balsamic vinegar and salt and pepper. Add the squash to the bowl and mix so that all the pieces are coated with the dressing mixture.
- Transfer onto a baking tray or shallow bowl and cook in the oven for about 45 minutes until tender.
- Cut or scrape the flesh of the squash off the skin before eating.
Freedom from hunger and cravings until lunch
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