
Roasted Acorn Squash with Brown Sugar Glaze is a classic autumn side dish featuring acorn squash halves caramelized with a sweet, buttery glaze. The dish typically includes acorn squash, brown sugar, butter, and warm spices like cinnamon or nutmeg, and is a staple of American fall and winter cuisine, particularly around Thanksgiving.
This dish is primarily a source of carbohydrates from the squash and added sugar, with minimal protein and fat. It is rich in key nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin C, and potassium, and a typical serving contains roughly 200-250 calories.
| Calories | 215 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 6 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 20 g |
| Sodium | 30 mg |
| Vitamin A | 570 IU (114 mcg RAE) |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Magnesium | 35 mg |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg |
| Folate | 20 mcg |
| Iron | 0.8 mg |
Per 1 cup (205 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
Acorn squash is a type of winter squash, which is botanically a fruit but used culinarily as a vegetable, and its sweet, nutty flavor deepens beautifully when roasted. The brown sugar glaze creates a delightful contrast between the tender, savory flesh and the caramelized, sweet exterior.
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