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Sweet and Spicy Roasted Squash

Deliciously sweet and spicy roasted squash, perfect as a side dish or a light meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 medium squash Acorn Squash halved and seeded
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup
  • 0.5 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, maple syrup, chili powder, cinnamon, salt, and pepper to create the glaze.
    1 medium squash Acorn Squash
  • Place the acorn squash halves cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the glaze generously over the cut surfaces of the squash.
    1 medium squash Acorn Squash
  • Roast for 40-45 minutes, or until the squash is tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the chili powder for desired spice level. A drizzle of extra maple syrup before serving can enhance the sweetness.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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