Baked Acorn Squash Recipe

Autumn means plenty of squash. This healthy squash recipe has no saturated fat and is stuffed with delicious dried fruits and nuts.

Ingredients

    • 4 acorn squash
    • 1/2 cup dried plums, chopped
    • 1/4 cup sweetened dried cranberries, chopped
    • 1/4 cup pecans, chopped
    • 1/4 cup dried apricots, chopped
    • 1/4 cup light brown sugar

Directions

    1. Preheat oven to 375°. Lightly coat 2 baking sheets with nonstick cooking spray.
    2. Cut each acorn squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds and strings. Lightly coat cut side of squash with nonstick cooking spray.
    3. Arrange squash halves, cut side down, on baking sheets and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the squash from the oven and turn over.
    4. In a bowl, mix the plums, cranberries, pecans, apricots and brown sugar. Spoon mixture into the cavity of each squash.
    5. Bake for an additional 30 minutes or until tender.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size

Amount Per Serving

Calories
194
% Daily Value*
  • Total Fat
    3g
    5%
  • Saturated Fat
    0
    0%
  • Cholesterol
    0
    0%
  • Sodium
    8mg
    0%
  • Total Carbohydrate
    44g
    15%
  • Dietary Fiber
    5g
    20%
  • Sugars
  • Protein
    3g
    6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calories needs.