Simple Roasted Acorn Squash with Tahini Sauce

Fall squash is some of my favorite produce. Acorn squash has such a unique flavor that I love. This Simple Roasted Acorn Squash with Tahini Sauce is one of my favorite ways to enjoy squash. This squash is tossed in simple spices and then roasted. Then it is covered with a delicious tahini sauce. This squash is a great plant based side dish and it also pairs great with a protein like tofu. Let's get into the recipe.

I love acorn squash. For more yummy acorn squash recipes try my acorn squash gnocchi or my black lentil salad with acorn squash.

Why you'll love this recipe

• It is easy to make.
• It is covered with a delicious sauce.
• It is the perfect vegan side dish.

Ingredients

• acorn squash
• salt/pepper
• oil
• paprika
• cinnamon
• garlic powder
• tahini

Substitutions

• Tahini - can be subbed with cashew butter.
• Acorn squash - can be subbed with delicata or butternut squash.

Instructions for acorn squash with scallions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Toss squash in salt/pepper, oil and spices. Add squash to a sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Roast for 30-35 minutes until softened.
3. Add all tahini sauce ingredients to a bowl. Mix until smooth.
4. Add squash to a plate and drizzle with tahini sauce. Top with scallions if using.

Storage instructions

You can store the extra acorn squash in a sealed container in your fridge for up to 4 days. I recommend storing the sauce in a separate sealed container.

Recipe FAQ

Recipe Pro-Tips

For the best tasting sauce use a good quality tahini. Tahini should not be bitter. I love Soom Foods Tahini.

Other vegan sides and sauces to try

This acorn squash goes great with my crispy tofu recipe.

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simple roasted acorn squash

This simple roasted acorn squash with tahini sauce is the perfect plant based side dish.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 27 minutes mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 3

Calories 238 kcal

Ingredients

  

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Acorn Squash

• 1 large acorn squash - sliced into ½ inch thick slices I like to slice mine "half moon" style
• 1 teaspoon salt
• black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon neutral oil of choice ie olive, avocado, etc
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon nutmeg
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Tahini Sauce

• ¼ cup tahini
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or sub another culinary vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic - grated
• 2-3 tablespoon water adjust to your thickness preference
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon mustard
• ½ teaspoon salt
• black pepper to taste

toppings

• ¼ cup fresh chopped scallions
• 3-4 tablespoons crumbled vegan or regular feta optional

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Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
• Toss squash in salt/pepper, oil and spices. Add squash to a sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Roast for 30-35 minutes until softened.
• Add all tahini sauce ingredients to a bowl. Mix until smooth.
• Add squash to a plate and drizzle with tahini sauce. Top with scallions and feta.

Notes

This makes about 3  servings of squash.

Nutrition

Calories: 238kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 5gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 640mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 707IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 89mgIron: 2mg

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