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Roasted Acorn Squash with Smoked Paprika

Roasted acorn squash with smoked paprika is a simple healthy side dish recipe and a great way to enjoy this seasonal vegetable. So easy to prepare!

roasted acorn squash wedge on a white plate

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‘Tis the season for pretty squash, right? I did not grow up eating fall squashes (or are they called winter squashes, I’m still not sure on that one) like acorn, butternut, delicata and spaghetti squashes but I’ve been really into finding ways to cook them and incorporate them into recipes over the last few years.

I’ve always been a little intimidated with preparing them, which is why they tend to sit pretty in a bowl on my counter for weeks sometimes…but they do really add to the fall decor in my kitchen so it’s all good.

I finally broke into this beautiful acorn squash last week. I’ve cooked with acorn squash a couple times, roasting it and then stuffing it. I’ve also served roasted acorn squash with bolognese sauce for a lower carb dinner option.

This time I wanted to keep it simple, to be served as a nutritious side dish to something like this balsamic pork roast or a roast chicken (both cooked in the crock pot to continue to keep things on the simple side).

 

acorn squash wedges on a baking sheet before cooking

 

The smoked paprika added such a nice layer of smoky flavor to the slightly sweet roasted acorn squash. I couldn’t help but sprinkle a bit of Parmesan on it too after seeing how Sandy serves her spaghetti squash.

Recipes Using Smoked Paprika

Roasted Red Potatoes with Smoked Paprika

Greek Yogurt Egg Salad with Smoked Paprika

Grilled Flank Steak with Brown Sugar Rub

roasted acorn squash wedges on a white plate

 

This roasted acorn squash with smoked paprika was delicious and I hope you give it a try, especially anyone new to working with fall/winter squashes.

How do you cook acorn squash wedges?

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  2. Carefully cut acorn squash in half, then cut halves into quarters. Scoop out seeds and discard.
  3. Place on baking sheet and drizzle olive oil over top of each quarter. Sprinkle with smoked paprika, salt and pepper and bake in oven for 30 minutes.
  4. Serve warm with freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional).
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Roasted Acorn Squash with Smoked Paprika

  • Author: Aggies Kitchen
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Oven

Enjoy this seasonal Roasted Acorn Squash seasoned well with smoked paprika. Looks great on a plate and is good for you!


Ingredients

  • 1 acorn squash
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • smoked paprika
  • kosher salt and fresh ground pepper
  • freshly grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  2. Carefully cut acorn squash in half, then cut halves into quarters. Scoop out seeds and discard.
  3. Place on baking sheet and drizzle olive oil over top of each quarter. Sprinkle with smoked paprika, salt and pepper and bake in oven for 30 minutes.
  4. Serve warm with freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional).

More acorn squash recipes for you to try:

Stuffed Acorn Squash

Sweet Baked Acorn Squash | Valerie’s Kitchen

Spiced Squash, Fennel and Pear Soup | That Skinny Chick Can Bake

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20 comments on “Roasted Acorn Squash with Smoked Paprika”

  1. We have two acorns on the counter to use – love that you kept it simple! And I’m glad I’m not the only one who uses smoked paprika constantly. ๐Ÿ™‚

  2. Smoked paprika is my new favorite thing. I don’t know where it’s been all my life, but I put it on everything. And it pairs so perfectly with the sweetness of squash. This sounds totally perfect to me.

  3. I love acorn squash, but have never made it with smoked paprika! That needs to change, obviously!

  4. I didn’t grow up eating squash either and I totally LOVE it now! Acorn is one of my favorites. This looks just delicious

  5. This totally encapsulates fall. Nice!

  6. Smoked paprika is one of my favorites in the spice drawer. LOVE this easy side dish!

  7. Guess what? I have acorn squash sitting in my garage from our harvest. This sounds fantastic, Aggie! Happy Monday!

  8. Such pretty squash! I love it! I also didn’t grow up eating roasted squash, but it’s a good thing that we have it now ๐Ÿ™‚

  9. Oh my, does this look delicious!? I love smoky and sweet together. I’m definitely going to try this. Thank you!

  10. Would you believe I’ve never made acorn squash? I love this roasted version and am definitely going to try it soon!

  11. I grew up eating acorn squash and I love it! This is almost exactly how my mom cooked hers but instead of the paprika she’d add a sprinkle of cinnamon and sometimes a touch of brown sugar. I’m loving the smoked paprika idea.

  12. This looks like fall on a plate!

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  16. O I could eat this every day! Smoked pap is my favorite!

  17. So easy and delicious! No excuse not to put this on the menu over and over again!!

  18. Great details thanks for sharing with us.