40+ Recipes For Acorn Squash (Roasted, Baked And More)
This post may contain affiliate links, please see the disclosure policy for details.
Cooking with vegetables as a main ingredient is so underrated! That’s why you have to try some of these recipes for acorn squash . They can be baked, roasted, stuffed, made into soup, and so much more
These vegetable main dishes will delight everyone at the holiday table! You can serve them as a perfect side dish at the Thanksgiving table, Christmas, or just Sunday or weeknight dinner. This list has everything from meaty stuffed ideas to creamy soup and more.
Table of Contents
What Is Acorn Squash?
Acorn squash, also known as Des Moines squash or pepper squash, is a type of winter squash with a distinctive acorn-like shape. It’s characterized by its dark green, ribbed skin and vibrant orange-yellow flesh. Unlike summer squashes, acorn squashes have a hard, thick skin that allows it to be stored for longer periods.
Nutritionally, it is a rich source of vitamins A and C, potassium, and dietary fiber, making it a healthy addition to any meal. The mild, slightly sweet flavor of acorn squash is versatile, lending itself well to both savory and sweet preparations, whether baked, roasted, or pureed into a creamy soup.
How Do You Know If It Is Ripe?
To determine if an acorn squash is ripe, there are several key indicators to look for. Firstly, inspect the color of the squash; it should have a dark green hue with a slight orange spot where it rested on the ground. Additionally, the skin should be firm and matte rather than shiny. You can also check the stem—if it is dry and shriveled, it suggests the squash has fully matured. Lastly, give the squash a gentle knock; a ripe acorn squash will sound hollow, indicating it is ready to be used in your favorite recipes.
Let’s Get To The Acorn Squash Recipes, Shall We!
Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe with Mushroom and Pancetta
You're going to love this stuffed acorn squash recipe! It's a great side dish and such a simple squash recipe! The next time you're looking for a way to fill your squash halves, this is my favorite way to get all the fall flavors!
Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Portobello Stuffed Acorn Squash
www.kimschob.com
Breakfast stuffed acorn squash
Although you can find several recipes with acorn squash, this breakfast stuffed acorn squash recipe is easy, quick, filling, and very healthy.
Breakfast stuffed acorn squash
worldlytreat.com
Stuffed Air Fryer Acorn Squash with Quinoa
Air fryer acorn squash stuffed with quinoa, kale and sage is a fantastic meal for the fall! Great for holidays too.
Air Fryer Acorn Squash
veganpunks.com
Roasted Acorn Squash Stuffed with Farro and Bacon
Add this Roasted Stuffed Acorn Squash recipe to your Thanksgiving dinner menu! Side dishes are the best part of Thanksgiving and this acorn squash recipe is my new favorite one! Looking for more holiday dishes? You’ve
Farro and Bacon Roasted Acorn Squash
adorefoods.com
The BEST Stuffed Acorn Squash
These Stuffed Holiday Acorn Squash are a warm and cozy way to celebrate your holiday season. Vegan, gluten-free, refined sugar-free.
BEST Stuffed Acorn Squash
oohlalaitsvegan.com
sausage stuffed acorn squash
Our Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash is a savory meal-in-a bowl. Sage seasoned pork is combined with a cornbread stuffing mix, dried cranberries and herbs.
sausage stuffed acorn squash
savorthebest.com
Roasted Acorn Squash Slices
Roasted Acorn Squash Slices are the prettiest autumn side dish. Just a few ingredients and minimal prep time!
Roasted Acorn Squash Slices
foxeslovelemons.com
Stuffed Acorn Squash with Cranberries
This easy vegetarian stuffed acorn squash with cranberries will be a hit at your next holiday dinner – or fall/winter weeknight meal!
Stuffed Acorn Squash with Cranberries
www.fannetasticfood.com
Crockpot Rosemary Acorn Squash Recipe
This Crockpot Rosemary Acorn Squash Recipe is a simple way to have a hearty and delicious side dish on the table. Give up potatoes and try this!
Crockpot Rosemary Acorn Squash
3boysandadog.com
Acorn Squash Risotto with Shiitake Mushrooms
Creamy risotto rice, chunks of acorn squash, and savory shiitake mushrooms, this one-pot camping meal is a bowl full of fall comfort!
Acorn Squash Risotto
www.freshoffthegrid.com
Stuffed Acorn Squash
A delicious, vegan dish for holiday gatherings or weeknight meals, this stuffed acorn squash is easy to follow and sure to please a crowd!
Stuffed Acorn Squash
urbanfarmie.com
Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Acorn Squash
Brown sugar and apple stuffed acorn squash is an easy autumn recipe perfect for the slow cooker. It smells like apple pie and tastes amazing.
Brown Sugar Acorn Squash
theshortordercook.com
Simple Roasted Acorn Squash with Tahini Sauce
This Roasted Acorn Squash with Tahini Sauce is a perfect plant based side dish. Avocado Skillet is a plant based food blog.
Roasted Acorn Squash
avocadoskillet.com
Stuffed Acorn Squash with Turkey and Rice
This Stuffed Acorn Squash with Turkey and Rice recipe is so comforting and protein-packed, loaded with healthy carbs!
Turkey & Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash
www.asiancaucasian.com
Beef Stuffed Acorn Squash
Beef Stuffed Acorn Squash is an easy, healthy dinner recipe the whole family will love. Packed with veggies & fall flavor, it’s delicious & simple to make.
Beef Stuffed Acorn Squash
thecleaneatingcouple.com
Stuffed Acorn Squash
Air Fryer Stuffed Acorn Squash is so EASY!!! This is a delicious main dish or side dish for any meal – it is made with kale and sage, imbuing a delicious quinoa-based stuffing.
Stuffed Acorn Squash
ourplantbasedworld.com
Instant Pot Acorn Squash Stuffed with Wild Rice & Sausage
Stuffed with wild rice, Italian sausage, steamed chestnuts, dried cherries, and walnuts, this Instant Pot Acorn Squash makes a cozy autumn meal!
Instant Pot Acorn Squash
lifeloveandgoodfood.com
Turkey Mushroom Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash
Turkey Mushroom Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash is a simple, nutritious dinner. Filled with winter flavors, naturally gluten free + perfect for a quick meal!
Turkey Mushroom Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash
thecleaneatingcouple.com
Lentil Acorn Squash Kale Salad with Maple Miso Mustard Dressing
This Black Lentil Acorn Squash Kale Salad with Maple Miso Mustard Dressing (vegan) is the perfect fall salad.
Lentil Acorn Squash Kale Salad
avocadoskillet.com
Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash
Spicy Italian Sausage in a tender roasted squash – this Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash is the perfect Fall side dish that is healthy, hearty, and filling.
Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash
www.babaganosh.org
Instant Pot Acorn Squash
Instant Pot Acorn Squash. Are you looking for something sweet and delicious. This Acorn Squash instant pot recipe makes the perfect healthy
Instant Pot Acorn Squash
www.theinspirationedit.com
Honey Roasted Acorn Squash with Pine Nuts
Honey Roasted Acorn Squash with Pine Nuts, a dash of cinnamon and thyme. Tender, sweet, delicious, sweet and savory, you’ve GOT to try this Fall side dish!
Honey Roasted Acorn Squash
www.babaganosh.org
Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash
Super flavorful and aromatic Stuffed Acorn Squash Boats filled with quinoa, chickpeas, apricots and the perfect blend of spices for one easy, healthy and delicious meal.
Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash
moonandspoonandyum.com
Stuffed Acorn Squash with Spiced Rice
Acorn squash is stuffed with a Lebanese rice mixture called hashweh with warm spices of cinnamon, ground beef and tart cranberries.
Spiced Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash
littleferrarokitchen.com
Air Fryer Curried Acorn Squash Slices
Air fryer acorn squash with curry seasoning is a quick & easy side dish. This healthy recipe is spiced perfectly for a sweet, savory, and nutty flavor combination.
Air Fryer Curried Acorn Squash Slices
theshortordercook.com
Roasted Acorn Squash
Roasted Acorn Squash is a healthy and delicious side dish recipe for fall that the whole family will love, and you will love how easy it is to prepare.
Roasted Acorn Squash
cookingwithcurls.com
Sausage Kale and Acorn Squash Sheet Pan Supper
Load up some fall favorites on a sheet pan and cook your whole meal together. This easy recipe features Italian sausage, acorn squash and kale in a way that they all shine! This delicious and
Acorn Squash Sheet Pan Supper
cookingwithcarlee.com
Baked Acorn Squash with Vanilla Bean
Baked acorn squash with vanilla bean paste, brown sugar, and salt. Such a great small Thanksgiving side dish recipe if you’re making a small Thanksgiving dinner this year, or a Thanksgiving for two. This post is lovingly sponsored by one of my very favorite companies to work with–Nielsen-Massey Van…
Baked Acorn Squash
www.dessertfortwo.com
Maple Roasted Acorn Squash with Pomegranate and Tahini
An easy Mediterranean vegan side dish, this roasted acorn squash with pomegranate is drizzled with creamy maple tahini and pomegranate molasses.
Maple Roasted Acorn Squash
littleferrarokitchen.com
Air Fryer Acorn Squash
Air Fryer Acorn Squash takes just 20 minutes and comes out so much better than roasting it! This recipe has 2 EASY seasoning options for acorn squash.
Air Fryer Acorn Squash
www.babaganosh.org
Roasted Acorn Squash with Cranberry Sauce
These oven Roasted Acorn Squash slices with Cranberry Sauce and maple syrup are an easy, healthy, and simple veggie side dish.
Roasted Acorn Squash
champagne-tastes.com
Roasted Parmesan Acorn Squash
Pretty slices of squash are seasoned with Parmesan cheese and baked until tender. They make a healthy, flavourful side and are easy to do!
Roasted Parmesan Acorn Squash
herbsandflour.com
Roasted Acorn Squash
This Roasted Acorn Squash is a beautiful and delicious side dish. Sliced acorn squash is oven roasted in a sweet and spicy buttery sauce.
Roasted Acorn Squash
belleofthekitchen.com
How to Cook Acorn Squash in the Slow Cooker
Fall is upon us! You’ll be amazed how easy acorn squash is to cook in the slow cooker!
Slow Cooker Acorn Squash
www.themagicalslowcooker.com
Instant Pot Acorn Squash Soup Recipe
This (gluten free!) 30 minute Instant Pot acorn squash soup recipe includes whole squash, apple, and heavy cream to create a rich and hearty cold weather dish that tastes simply delicious.
Instant Pot Acorn Squash Soup
thefeatherednester.com
Roasted Acorn Squash Soup in Squash Bowls
This creamy roasted acorn squash soup is served in edible roasted acorn squash bowls for a super cute and cozy fall meal!
Roasted Acorn Squash Soup
www.barleyandsage.com
Acorn Squash Soup
Acorn Squash Soup is irresistibly smooth, creamy, and delicious. Made with healthy veggies like oven-roasted acorn squash, carrots, celery, and cauliflower and then blended with fresh garlic, ginger, and a touch of ground cinnamon, grab a bowl and get cozy with a bowl of this easy acorn squash soup.
Acorn Squash Soup
theforkedspoon.com
Roasted Acorn Squash Soup with Pumpkin Spice Croutons
Get ready for fall comfort food with this creamy vegan roasted acorn squash soup. Topped with homemade pumpkin spice croutons.
Roasted Acorn Squash Soup
www.fearlessdining.com
Acorn Squash Soup
This recipe for Acorn Squash Soup is incredibly flavourful and so easy to make! This creamy soup is made with roasted acorn squash for maximized flavour and is the perfect way to warm up this fall.
Acorn Squash Soup
herbsandflour.com
Winter Squash and Pumpkin Soup
A lot of fall dishes can sometimes be a little more on the heavy side with cream or cheese (I’m very guilty of making those) but not this Winter Squash and Pumpkin Soup. You can have all that comfort without having to
Winter Squash & Pumpkin Soup
easyrecipesfromhome.com
Acorn Squash Mac and Cheese
Make creamy macaroni and cheese healthier by adding acorn squash. This great hidden vegetable side dish is a perfect way to add an extra veggie to your plate without anyone knowing it! Super creamy stove
Acorn Squash Mac & Cheese
cookingwithcarlee.com
Roasted Acorn Squash Gouda Mac and Cheese Bowls
Roasted Acorn Squash Gouda Mac & Cheese Bowls. These roasted acorn squash gouda mac and cheese bowls are perfect on a crips autumn night.
Acorn Squash Gouda Mac & Cheese
butternutandsage.com
Roasted Acorn Squash Salad
A deliciously satisfying roasted acorn squash salad that’s perfect for fall featuring ancient grains, pecans, dried cranberries and feta.
Roasted Acorn Squash Salad
thehealthyepicurean.com
Spiced Acorn Squash Bread – Everyday Homemade
This Spiced Acorn Squash Bread is a moist, tender, and lightly sweetened quick bread perfect for a fall-flavored breakfast or dessert.
Spiced Acorn Squash Bread
enwnutrition.com
Soft Acorn Squash Molasses Cookies
Share this…FlipboardDiggFacebookPinterestTwitterYummlyStumbleUponReddit Here’s a funny story for you. A few weeks ago, I attempted to make Flourless Acorn Squash Cookies. They turned into little globs of squash gunk that my kids wouldn’t touch. oh well. Then, I got an…
Acorn Squash Molasses Cookies
makethebestofeverything.com
FAQs
Which is healthier, butternut or acorn squash?
Acorn squash is healthier than butternut squash! That’s because it is more nutrient-dense, with folate, calcium, magnesium, and potassium. One cup of acorn squash has more potassium than two whole bananas.
What does acorn squash pair well with?
The best things to serve with acorn squash are salty, savory meat, rice, quinoa, and even cheese. Try some of the ideas on this list, like the sausage stuffed squash or creamy stew. This vegetable is also mildly sweet, so it makes a great dessert like a pie or cookie, for example!
Can you eat the skin of acorn squash?
Yes, you can eat the skin of an acorn squash! Whether baked, roasted, air-fried, or cooked another way, the skin is tasty and safe. It is packed with many nutrients like vitamin A, Vitamin K, and iron. You can even air dry the acorn squash skin into chips. Or if you don’t like it, just use a sharp chef’s knife to remove it before you use the squash halves in your recipes.
More Great Recipe Collections You May Enjoy
Need More Main Dish Recipes? Try These:
To ensure you’re not missing a thing, subscribe to my newsletter.
Follow along on social media below for more incredible recipe collections!
