Best 6 Low Calorie Baked Acorn Squash With Orange Recipes

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Acorn squash is a versatile and nutritious winter squash that can be used in a variety of dishes. This low-calorie baked acorn squash with orange recipe is a great way to enjoy the flavors of fall. The squash is roasted until tender and then topped with a sweet and tangy orange glaze. This dish is perfect for a light lunch or dinner and can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ORANGE BAKED ACORN SQUASH



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Baked acorn squash with a buttery orange flavor, accented with nutmeg. Kids love this!

Provided by SUEZQ64

Categories     Everyday Cooking     Vegetarian     Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 acorn squash, halved and seeded
¼ cup frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
2 tablespoons butter
4 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Fill a baking dish with about 1/2 inch water. Place squash halves cut side down in the dish, and bake 40 minutes in the preheated oven.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the thawed orange juice, butter, brown sugar, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
  • Turn squash halves cut side up in the baking dish, and drizzle evenly with the orange juice sauce. Continue baking 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.8 calories, Carbohydrate 37.8 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 50.3 mg, Sugar 16.8 g

LOW CALORIE BAKED ACORN SQUASH WITH ORANGE



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Acorn squash is naturally low calorie and very healthy. I wanted to make it for lunch but all the recipes I found included butter, margarine, and sugars. Special thanks to Dancer who's recipe I used as the foundation for this one.

Provided by Jane Doh

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 cups, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 small acorn squash, halved, and seeds removed
2 ounces fresh orange juice
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
1/16 teaspoon nutmeg, ground

Steps:

  • Place squash pieces, cut side up, in a large baking pan. Cover and bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour.
  • For sauce, in a small saucepan combine orange juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Heat at medium temperature until bubbling lightly.
  • Remove from heat.
  • When the squash has finished cooking for an hour, drizzle sauce in squash shells and return squash to oven.
  • Bake, uncovered, about 35 minutes more or until squash is tender.

ORANGE-GLAZED ACORN SQUASH



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This recipe is from TASTE OF HOME. It is very easy to make and is so very tasty. The orange, lemon zest and spices give it a wonderful flavor. I added some spices and lemon zest to enhance the flavor.

Provided by William Uncle Bill

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium acorn squash
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup frozen orange juice concentrate
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon, zest of
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Cut squash in half lenghtwise; remove seeds and discard.
  • Place squash cut side down in a 13" x 9" oven-proof casserole dish.
  • Add hot water until there is about 1/2" of water in the casserole dish.
  • Bake, uncovered in preheated 350 F oven for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium-size saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Stir in sugar, orange juice concentrate, nutmeg, cinnamon, orange zest, lemon zest, salt and pepper and bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and cook uncovered for 20 minutes or until just syrupy, stirring often, DO NOT BURN.
  • Drain water from casserole dish and turn squash cut side up.
  • Measure 4 tablespoons of orange glaze into each squash half.
  • Drizzle some orange glaze on edges of squash.
  • Return to oven and bake in preheated 350 F oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until squash is tender.
  • If desired, serve with additional glaze.

ORANGE-GLAZED ACORN SQUASH



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This savory side dish gets its lovely flavor from orange juice, orange zest and nutmeg. The smooth syrupy sauce is a great complement to the squash. I serve this on Christmas Eve, and everyone loves it! -Joyce Moynihan Lakeville, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 small acorn squash
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup sugar
1 cup orange juice
1/3 cup thawed orange juice concentrate
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cut squash in half; discard seeds. Place squash cut side down in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan; add 1/2 in. of hot water. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes., Meanwhile, in a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until syrupy, stirring occasionally., Drain water from baking pan; turn squash cut side up. Pour about 2 tablespoons orange glaze into each squash half. Bake 25-30 minutes longer or until squash is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 110mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

ROASTED AND GLAZED ACORN SQUASH (FAT-FREE)



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I found this recipe in the Binah cookbook. It says, "Acorn squash is another thing I like to keep in my pantry all the time, because it stays fresh for so long, so whenever you are stuck for a side dish, it's a great choice. I find acorn squash easier to deal with that a lot of other squashes and thanks to its flowerlike appearance, it's easy for it to look good, too. The ginger in this recipe gives an added zing to the overall taste." The recipe didn't list amounts, and I didn't measure, so I'm just estimating. I'm copying it as is, though I halved it by using one squash that weighed close to two pounds. I also used Walden Farms calorie-free pancake syrup instead of maple syrup, and I used regular salt because I didn't realize it called for kosher salt!

Provided by brokenburner

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 acorn squash
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Cut the acorn squash crosswise, creating rings. Scoop out the pits in the center and slice each ring in half.
  • Lay rings flat in a sprayed baking dish. Brush generously with maple syrup and sprinkle with ginger, then with both salt and pepper.
  • Roast in oven for about 10 minutes. Remove pan from oven and flip each piece of squash over. Brush again with maple syrup and then season lightly again. Roast for another 10 to 15 minutes until soft.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.5, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 356.3, Carbohydrate 30.6, Fiber 3, Sugar 9.7, Protein 1.6

ORANGE BAKED ACORN SQUASH



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Baked acorn squash with a buttery orange flavor, accented with nutmeg. Kids love this!

Provided by SUEZQ64

Categories     Vegetarian Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 acorn squash, halved and seeded
¼ cup frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
2 tablespoons butter
4 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Fill a baking dish with about 1/2 inch water. Place squash halves cut side down in the dish, and bake 40 minutes in the preheated oven.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the thawed orange juice, butter, brown sugar, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
  • Turn squash halves cut side up in the baking dish, and drizzle evenly with the orange juice sauce. Continue baking 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.8 calories, Carbohydrate 37.8 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 50.3 mg, Sugar 16.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and firm acorn squash for the best flavor and texture.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the squash in half and remove the seeds. Be careful not to cut yourself.
  • Scoop out the flesh of the squash, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edge.
  • Place the squash halves cut-side up on a baking sheet and brush with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Bake the squash at 400°F for 30-35 minutes, or until tender.
  • While the squash is baking, prepare the orange filling. In a medium bowl, combine the orange juice, orange zest, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes, or until thickened.
  • Once the squash is tender, remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Spoon the orange filling into the squash halves and serve.

Conclusion:

Low-calorie baked acorn squash with orange is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for fall. The squash is naturally sweet and nutty, and the orange filling adds a bright and tangy flavor. This dish is also very easy to make, and it can be prepared in advance, making it a great option for busy weeknights. If you are looking for a healthy and delicious way to enjoy acorn squash, this recipe is definitely worth trying.

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