25 Easy Acorn Squash Recipes to Serve With Dinner

Most people think fall is the perfect time to break out the acorn squash recipes.

They aren’t wrong, but you can make these delicious dishes all year long. 

After all, acorn squash is one of the healthiest vegetables out there. So why wouldn’t you want to enjoy it all the time?

(Assuming your grocery store carries it, of course.) 

If you aren’t sure what to make with it, put your mind at ease because I have you covered. 

I’ve made a list of my favorite acorn squash recipes. Now, you can enjoy it to the fullest, no matter what season it is!  

1. Roasted Acorn Squash

Roasted acorn squash tastes great by itself. You don’t have to stuff it with other ingredients or cook it with pumpkin or chicken.

Just add a little butter, syrup, cinnamon, salt, and cloves. Then, roast them in the oven for about 45 minutes.

They’re a sweet, cinnamon treat that even the kids will love. 

2. Acorn Squash Soup

When the weather turns cool, creamy soups are a favorite of mine. This veggie-packed yellow soup fits the bill.

It has a luscious texture that’ll melt in your mouth and tastes incredible, too.

Thanks to all the fresh veggies, it’s also pretty healthy. 

There’s the acorn squash, of course. You also add cauliflower, carrots, celery, sweet potatoes, and more.

The seasoning mixture is another thing that makes it so good. 

It combines garlic, ginger, sage, and cinnamon.

It gives the whole thing a rich, complex taste that everyone should enjoy. 

Add your croutons, cheese, and other toppings to suit your tastes.

3. Sausage-Stuffed Acorn Squash

Forget stuffed peppers. Sausage-stuffed acorn squash is here to blow peppers out of the water.

(No offense, stuffed peppers. I love you, too.)

This cheesy, sweet, and savory meal is so good. It’s stick-to-your-ribs comfort food to warm your heart and belly.

It’d be perfect as a Thanksgiving lunch option. 

4. Wild Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash

Need a vegetarian stuffed acorn squash recipe? This one will work well.

It’s delightfully herby, and the soft, fluffy rice feels as good as it tastes. 

They take a little over an hour to make, but they’ll impress anyone who tries them.

Additionally, the sage, cranberries, and walnuts make them utterly festive for the holidays.

5. Stuffed Acorn Squash with Quinoa

This recipe is similar to the one above. It simply swaps out the rice for quinoa.

It uses fewer overall ingredients, as well, and takes less time to cook.

It, too, is an excellent vegetarian stuffed-acorn squash recipe. 

6. Maple Roasted Acorn Squash

Of course, as I already mentioned, you don’t have stuff acorn squash to make it delicious.

This five-ingredient recipe is proof of that. 

It tastes sweet and herby and uses just a few ingredients. If it’s your first time cooking acorn squash, I highly recommend this recipe.

It requires very little skill in the kitchen to get right.

7. One-Pan Chicken With Bacon And Acorn Squash

You can’t go wrong with baked chicken.

And when you cover that chicken in brown sugar, butter, paprika, and garlic, it tastes even better.

Mix that with salty bacon and sweet acorn squash for a real hit. 

It’s impressive enough to serve for more formal events. But it’s easy enough to pull together for any weeknight dinner.

8. Taco-Stuffed Acorn Squash

Craving tacos but need a low-carb alternative? Season your meat and stick it in acorn squash instead!

This meaty, cheesy meal is gluten-free and keto-friendly. 

Fortunately for all of us, it tastes good enough for even non-dieters to enjoy.

It requires only four ingredients and takes an hour to make. That’s pretty impossible to beat.

9. Brown Sugar and Pineapple Roasted Acorn Squash with Spiced Brown Butter

Acorn squash is one of my favorite things to roast.

Something about the squash’s sweetness and the savory spices just makes me happy. 

This recipe takes it a little further. It adds some brown sugar and pineapple for a bit of extra flavor.

The spiced brown butter on top is also a delicious addition. 

This dish is perfect for a winter dinner party or a cozy night inside.

10. Brown Butter Acorn Squash Pasta with Toasted Hazelnuts + Sage

Fall or not, there’s never a wrong time to start cooking delicious fall recipes. This brown butter acorn squash pasta is a must-try. 

The nutty hazelnuts and fragrant sage make for a delicious, flavorful dish.

Plus, it’s easy to prepare, though it takes a little time.

Try it the next time you want a savory pasta dish, unlike anything you’ve ever had.

11. Roasted Squash Salad with Crispy Shallot & Balsamic Reduction

Sweet, savory, zingy, and light, this salad has it all. It’s colorful, flavorful, and smells as good as it tastes.

You’ll love all the fresh fall flavors and the zestiness of the balsamic. 

It’s a gluten-free, vegan-friendly dish that’ll drive your tastebuds crazy.

12. Roasted Acorn Squash Salad (with Pomegranate)

Believe it or not, this salad is even more colorful and festive than the one above. Just look at all the different colors! 

There’s green arugula, red pomegranate arils, orange acorn squash, and more.

There are also plenty of cool, refreshing, and contrasting textures. 

Every mouthful gives you something else to experience.

13. Mac and Cheese Stuffed Acorn Squash

Why choose between mac and cheese and acorn squash as sides? With this decadent recipe, you can have both. 

Each acorn squash half is cheesy, creamy, and indulgent.

They look like something you’d find on a fancy cooking show or a ritzy restaurant. 

Instead, you can whip them up in your very own kitchen. They’re hearty, delicious, and the ideal fall or winter treat. 

14. Spicy Roasted Squash with Feta and Herbs

Looking for something that makes you feel all warm and cozy inside? Check out this recipe for spicy roasted squash. 

It’s sweet and tender squash perfectly balanced with salty feta and fresh herbs. And it brings the heat. (Thanks, chili garlic sauce!) 

It’s the ideal dish for an easy weeknight dinner. It uses 10 ingredients and takes less than an hour to make.

15. Honey Butter Roasted Acorn with Burrata and Pomegranate

You’ll love this recipe if you’re an acorn squash fan. Honey butter-roasted acorn squash is a delicious and easy dinner. 

The sweetness of the honey pairs perfectly with the earthy flavor of the squash.

And the butter adds a richness that takes it over the top. 

You won’t stop there, either! You also top it with burrata cheese and pomegranate arils for a bit of decadence. So good!

16. Acorn and Butternut Squash Gratin Casserole

You may never have had this casserole before.

Even so, it’ll feel like every other delicious, heartwarming casserole you ever ate as a child.

It’s extremely cheesy, perfectly garlicky, and yummy to the max. You may want to scrape the bottom of the dish when you’re finished.

Hey, no judgment; I’d be doing the same thing.

17. Herb Roasted Acorn Squash With Parmesan

This simple, savory recipe takes just 35 minutes to pull together.

Each piece of acorn squash is buttery, melt-in-your-mouth tender, and flawlessly seasoned.

This makes a great side dish or appetizer.

18. Butternut, Delicata, and Acorn Squash Gratin with Crispy Sage

I love au gratin potatoes. But this multi-squash gratin is a whole other level of spectacular. 

Each crispy bite is covered in a creamy, herby cheese sauce.

Digging into the casserole dish is like having a plate full of ambrosia.

This stuff is addictive and almost too good to be true. 

Fortunately for all of us, it’s as real as it gets. 

19. Quinoa Feta and Pistachio Stuffed Acorn Squash

This healthy, delicious meal is ideal for a Thanksgiving or Christmas feast.

You roast the acorn squash until it’s soft. Then, you’ll stuff it with a mix of quinoa, feta cheese, and pistachios.

The result is a flavorful and nutrient-rich dish that everyone will love! 

20. Roasted Acorn Squash and Sweet Potato Soup

This thick, luscious soup makes an excellent holiday appetizer.

You’ll love its warm, orange-brown color and the striking white coconut milk swirl.

It’s a beautiful addition to any table that tastes as good as it looks.

The gentle spices complement the soup’s earthiness perfectly. 

Serve it with thick bread for dipping, or enjoy it alone. Either way, it won’t disappoint. 

21. Roasted Acorn Squash Recipe with Walnuts and Cranberries

Here’s another delightful acorn squash holiday appetizer.

Although, these are so sweet and tasty that you could serve them for dessert if you’d prefer. 

Each piece is buttery and full of maple syrup sweetness.

Top that with toasted walnuts and dried cranberries for a genuine holiday treat. 

22. Maple Butter Roasted Acorn Squash with Pecans

Forget candied sweet potatoes! These pecan- and cheese-covered acorn squash pieces are divine.

They’re the perfect mix of sweetness and tanginess and have rich, complex flavors.

If you want something purely sweet, leave off the blue cheese crumbles. Give them a try before skipping them, though.

You might appreciate their contrasting flavor more than you think.

23. Acorn Squash Eggs-in-a-Hole with Sage Brown Butter

You can even work acorn squash into your breakfast routine!

These five-ingredient breakfast treats can help ensure you start your day off right.

You need eggs, acorn squash, butter, sage, and lemon zest.

It takes 30 minutes to prepare enough for two people, and they’re sure to be a hit.

They’re also high in protein and not too bad in calories or carbs.

Try them the next time you want to shake breakfast up a little. 

24. Chicken Enchilada-Stuffed Acorn Squash

This recipe proves that there’s nothing you can’t stuff into acorn squash.

After all, who thought chicken enchiladas and acorn squash went well together?!

Surprisingly, they do! 

If you like cheesy Mexican dishes with a ton of flavor, you’ll love these. 

25. Mashed Acorn Squash

I’ll end this list with one of my all-time favorite acorn squash recipes.

It’s probably one of the simplest, most basic recipes there is. Still, I love it.

The recipe is for light and fluffy mashed acorn squash.

(Picture mashed potatoes, only orange, and with acorn squash instead of potatoes.)

They’re ridiculously tasty and full of rich, warm spices. You can serve them with whatever meat you like best.