Pecan Squash

Name: Pecan Squash
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb. acorn squash; 4 Tbsp. pecans, chopped; 1 1/2 Tbsp. brown Sugar Twin; 4 graham crackers, crushed; 4 Tbsp. diet margarine, softened; 1/8 tsp. nutmeg

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

A sweet and nutty roasted acorn squash dish featuring pecans, brown sugar, and a hint of nutmeg, perfect for comforting fall or holiday meals.

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Ingredients

1 lb. acorn squash ⓘ
4 Tbsp. pecans, chopped ⓘ
1 1/2 Tbsp. brown Sugar Twin ⓘ
4 graham crackers, crushed ⓘ
4 Tbsp. diet margarine, softened ⓘ
1/8 tsp. nutmeg ⓘ

Instructions

Pierce the acorn squash in several places to allow steam to escape.
Place the squash in the microwave oven and microwave on High for 6 minutes.
Cut the squash crosswise into halves and remove the seeds.
Arrange the halves, cut side down, on a microwavable serving plate.
Cover tightly and microwave for 7 to 9 minutes or until tender.
Remove stems and cut a thin slice from the pointed ends to prevent tipping.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

683 kcal 34% DV

Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.4g 11% DV

Total Fat 48.7g 62% DV

Carbs 62.2g 23% DV

Fiber 9.7g 35% DV

Sugar 31.7g 63% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 391.5mg 17% DV

Potassium 336.3mg 7% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 5.3mcg 1% DV

Vitamin C 2.7mg 3% DV

Calcium 198.8mg 15% DV

Iron 2.5mg 14% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).