Acorn Squash Recipes

A super versatile fall vegetable, acorn squash is delicious stuffed, pureed into soup, or tossed into salad or pasta -- and of course there's squash casserole. It pairs beautifully with any roasted meat you please and works well in both savory and sweet applications -- you can't go wrong with this healthy showstopper!

Staff Picks

Double Roast Chicken

Rating: 3.76 stars
5
Roasting two chickens at once leaves plenty left over for sandwiches, soups, and salads--such as Roast Chicken Salad with Feta and Greens and Roast Chicken and Vegetable Soup--for easy lunches and dinners.

Baked Acorn Squash with Brown Sugar

Rating: 3.7 stars
5
This easy and delicious fall side dish only requires a few minutes of hands-on time, leaving you free to work on the rest of the meal.

Sausages with Acorn Squash and Onions

Rating: 4.04 stars
7
The sweetness of squash and dried cherries is the perfect counterpoint to savory sausages.

Kamut and Roasted Vegetables

Kamut is an ancient grain that's twice as big as wheat and boasts a buttery flavor and toothsome bite. It's the perfect partner for coriander-roasted squash and carrots.

Stuffed Acorn Squash with Quinoa and Pistachios

Quinoa's a complete protein, and it will easily fill up guests who skip the turkey. If you're serving vegans, swap the feta for some nutritional yeast, which has a mild nutty, cheesy flavor.

Acorn Squash Stuffed with Mushrooms and Rice

Rating: 3.44 stars
9
These work as well on the Thanksgiving table as they do on a meatless Monday.

Acorn Squash Bisque

Rating: 3.69 stars
11
The smooth texture of acorn squash gives this pureed soup its character; only a little half-and-half and butter are needed.

Roasted Acorn Squash with Cinnamon Butter

Rating: 3.1 stars
3
A little bit of cinnamon goes a long way in the butter used to flavor this roasted side dish.

Roasted Squash with Sesame Seeds and Cumin

Put a savory spin on sweet acorn squash with cumin, coriander, and sesame seeds.

Acorn Squash with Mixed-Grain Stuffing

Each component of this satisfying plant-based dish can be made in advance: the roasted squash, the sweet-and-savory Middle Eastern-style stuffing, and the snappy pomegranate relish.

Acorn Squash Lasagna

Rating: 3.66 stars
25
Pureed acorn squash and ricotta cheese make a rich, creamy filling in this tasty alternative to traditional lasagna. Using no-boil noodles reduces the preparation time by about 30 minutes.

Glazed Squash

Rating: 3.55 stars
3
Thanksgiving wouldn't be complete without a squash or sweet-potato dish, and this one is simple and delicious.
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Inspiration and Ideas

15 Amazing Acorn Squash Recipes Sure to Satisfy

15 Amazing Acorn Squash Recipes Sure to Satisfy
Acorn squash's buttery taste pairs well with sweet, spicy, and savory ingredients alike. It's delicious stuffed, roasted, mashed, and puréed into soup. Enjoy these acorn squash recipes all through fall and winter.
Spicy Squash Salad with Ginger-Lime Dressing

Spicy Squash Salad with Ginger-Lime Dressing
Break out of your green salad rut with this lively number.
Roasted Chicken and Vegetables

Roasted Chicken and Vegetables
Rating: Unrated
9
Acorn Squash Soup with Kale

Acorn Squash Soup with Kale
Rating: Unrated
10
Roasted Spiced Acorn Squash

Roasted Spiced Acorn Squash
Rating: Unrated
3
Chiles Rellenos

Chiles Rellenos

Roasted Acorn Squash

Rating: 3.04 stars
3

If small acorn squashes are unavailable, use larger ones and cut them into wedges.

All Acorn Squash Recipes

Acorn Squash Puree

Rating: 3.39 stars
2

Glazed Pork Chops and Squash

Rating: 3.27 stars
1
A honey-sweetened glaze for the pork chops and squash makes this colorful dinner irresistible to children as well as adults.

Wild-Rice Stuffed Squash

Rating: 3.58 stars
6
Grace vegetarians at the Thanksgiving table (and beyond) with stuffed baked squash, flecked with crunchy pecans and sweet dried cherries.

Roasted Squash with Cherry Tomatoes and Eggs

Look for very small butternut squashes, or small to medium acorn squashes. If you find the hollow in a butternut isn't large enough, scoop a bit of the cooked flesh out before adding the egg.

Acorn Squash with Three Toppings

The delicate, sweet taste of baked acorn squash pairs well with a variety of toppings.

Roast Chicken and Vegetable Soup

Rating: 3.14 stars
1
This satisfying soup can be made with our Double Roast Chicken or any roast chicken and roasted vegetable leftovers.

Acorn Squash and Honey Pie with Cornmeal Crust

Rating: 3.67 stars
3
An appealing alternative to pumpkin pie, these small pies are filled with acorn squash, a delicious yet underused vegetable. Cornmeal gives the crust texture and enhances the pies; slightly nutty flavor.

Spice-Rubbed Pork Loin with Acorn Squash

Rating: 4.13 stars
6
Sweet, spicy, and savory, this dish is ready in just over an hour. It pairs wonderfully with Sauteed Kale.

Roasted Squash Wedges

We used acorn squash for this recipe, but others, such as butternut or pumpkin, work just as well.

Winter Vegetable Soup

Rating: 3.01 stars
6
This quick one-pot soup is perfect after a busy day.

Squash Baked Macaroni

Rating: 3.68 stars
5
This recipe for squash baked macaroni from chef Todd English is a perfect choice for Sunday dinner.

Roasted Squash with Onions and Yogurt

This side served with a mint-yogurt dressing goes well with roasted pork, lamb, or chicken.

Moroccan-Style Stuffed Acorn Squashes

Halved acorn squashes become built-in dishes for a Moroccan-inspired blend of extra-lean ground beef, bulgur, pine nuts, golden raisins, and cinnamon.

Roasted Acorn Squashes with Rosemary

Rating: 3.72 stars
2
A delicious side for your Thanksgiving turkey, especially our Roasted Dry-Brined Turkey with Stuffing.

Honey-Roasted Squash

Rating: 3.03 stars
1
We looked for small squash and served them cut in half. You may quarter larger squash if necessary. Using various types of squash makes for an attractive presentation.

Roast Pork Tenderloin with Acorn Squash

Rating: 3.41 stars
3
Hoisin-glazed pork tenderloin and thick wedges of acorn squash are roasted together in a single pan to make a satisfying one-dish meal.

Pickle-Dressed Acorn Squash and Beets

Serve these briny, crunchy vegetables as part of a relish tray -- they're just the thing for balancing out a rich Thanksgiving meal.

Chili-Roasted Acorn Squash

Rating: 3.11 stars
3
A hot oven and chili powder turn up the heat on sweet wedges of acorn squash. Leave the skin intact; once roasted, it becomes soft and tasty.

Garlic-Crusted Pork Loin with Mashed Acorn Squash

Pair garlic-scented pork with mashed acorn squash -- the sweetness enhances the pork. Add a mixed green salad alongside, if you like.

Caramelized Acorn Squash

A glaze of butter and brown sugar coats hearty wedges of sweet, colorful squash while they roast.

Mario Batali's Stuffed Acorn Squash

This dish is great served alongside meatloaf or roast chicken. Change up the filling by using spinach in place of Swiss chard or adding chopped soppressata to the greens. Recipe adapted from " Molto Batali: Simple Family Meals From My Home to Yours."

Sourdough Stuffing with Apples, Acorn Squash, and Hazelnuts

Granny Smith apples and acorn squash bring an earthy sweetness to this tangy sourdough stuffing/dressing, while hazelnuts add a satisfying buttery crunch.

Maple-Roasted Squash

This easy side makes weeknight cooking a snap.

Chicken Cutlets with Mustard Greens and Roasted Squash

You can use chard, spinach, or collard greens in place of the mustard greens in this dish.
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