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Herb-Baked Acorn Squash with Parmesan

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Side, Side Dish, Vegetable
Cuisine: American, vegetarian
Keyword: acorn squash, fresh herbs, gluten free, gluten free side dish, parmesan, vegetarian
Servings: 4 people
Author: GFchow @ gfchow.com

Ingredients

  • 1 acorn squash medium-large or 2 small, clean outside of squash with a damp paper towel
  • 1/3 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 2-3 tablespoons fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, sage and/or oregano are all good options) finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil extra for drizzling
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400℉.
  • Cut acorn squash in half vertically and scoop out seeds with a spoon.
  • Then slice each half horizontally into thin slices, approximately 1/2” thick.
  • Place squash slices on a foil or parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil over the slices, then sprinkle on garlic spice rub and herbs. Using tongs or your hands, toss the squash slices so that each slice is covered with olive oil, spice rub and herbs. Use more olive oil if needed.
  • Then spoon on the parmesan.
  • Bake undisturbed for 15-20 minutes or until squash is cooked through and parmesan cheese is crispy and slightly browned. Turn baking sheet halfway through.
  • Serve on a plate or platter.

Notes

If you don’t have fresh herbs, use dried herbs but reduce the measurement to 1 teaspoon.
The skin is edible.  No need to peel or remove the skin.