SWEET-AND-SOUR ROASTED ACORN SQUASH

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The sourness of red wine vinegar glaze complements the sweetness of roasted acorn squash in this easy yet elegant side dish recipe.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 acorn squash (4 1/2 lb)
2 medium red onions, halved lengthwise, cut into wedges
7 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2/3 cup red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/3 cup small fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450°F. Cut squash lengthwise in half; remove seeds. Cut crosswise into 1-inch slices. In 2 (15x10x1-inch) pans, place squash and onion wedges in single layer. Drizzle with 3 tablespoons of the oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast uncovered 35 to 40 minutes or until squash is tender.
  • In 1-quart saucepan, mix vinegar, brown sugar and pepper flakes with wire whisk. Heat to boiling over medium heat; cook 6 minutes or until reduced by half. Remove from heat; gradually add remaining 1/4 cup oil, stirring constantly with whisk.
  • Pour vinegar mixture over squash and onions. Let stand 10 minutes. Transfer squash mixture to serving plate or bowl. Sprinkle with mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 25 g, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg

Emmanuel Blaise
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This recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves roasted vegetables.


Cio Cio
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a delicious and healthy way to enjoy acorn squash.


Muhammad yaqoob Bhango
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and sour flavors.


Renee Santos
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I love the way the squash caramelizes in the oven. It's so delicious.


Saify Khan
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect side dish for a holiday meal.


Itzel Rosales
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This recipe was a hit at my dinner party. Everyone loved the squash, and they all asked for the recipe.


Valerie Holder
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but this recipe changed my mind. The sweet and sour flavors are so good together, and the squash is roasted to perfection.


Gc rohit
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover squash. I had some acorn squash that was about to go bad, so I decided to try this recipe. I'm so glad I did! The squash was delicious.


Noureen Nasim
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I just threw everything in a baking dish and let it roast in the oven. The squash came out perfectly tender and flavorful.


Raquel Echeverria
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This roasted acorn squash recipe is a keeper! The combination of sweet and sour flavors is perfect, and the squash is roasted to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.