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30 Best Acorn Squash Recipes for a Healthy Addition to Your Fall Dinners

You'll enjoy every one of these wholesome plates.

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Add a nutritious dish to your fall dinner rotation with one of these acorn squash recipes. If you're not really familiar with the good-for-you gourd, it's on the sweeter side and can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. If you're looking for an unexpected side dish to serve at Thanksgiving dinner, we recommend the honey butter roasted squash with burrata and pomegranate. How delicious does that sound? Another great option is the maple roasted acorn squash with pecans. (In fact, that version could even double as a savory autumn dessert!)

These basked and roasted acorn squash ideas would also easily work as entrées. The sausage and kale stuffed acorn squash or the beef enchilada stuffed acorn squash are both hearty enough to keep you full long after you've left the dinner table. For the vegetarians and vegans out there, there are a handful of meatless recipes on this list too, including the cranberry pecan quinoa stuffed acorn squash with goat cheese crema and the wild rice and mushroom stuffed acorn squash. And believe it or not, there's even a breakfast recipe on this list: acorn squash with granola, yogurt, and nut butter. Yes, there really is an acorn squash recipe on this roundup to make for any meal of day!

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Honey Butter Roasted Acorn Squash With Burrata and Pomegranate

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Vegetarian Stuffed Acorn Squash

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Roasted Acorn Squash With Pesto, Feta and Pomegranate Seeds

Although this dish is relatively simple, this blogger writes that "the flavor is out of this world!" You'll be in heaven after the very first bite.

Get the recipe at Recipe Runner.

SHOP BAKING SHEETS

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Cranberry Pecan Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash With Goat Cheese Crema

If you have any vegetarians coming to Thanksgiving dinner, this meal would be a great entrée option. They'll be so thankful you were considerate of their diet and gave them an inventive dish.

Get the recipe at Ambitious Kitchen.

SHOP STOCKPOTS

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Sausage and Kale Stuffed Acorn Squash

If you prefer a different protein over sausage, you can customize this dish and use chicken, shrimp, or tofu as well.

Get the recipe at Primavera Kitchen.

SHOP SKILLETS

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Beef Enchilada Stuffed Acorn Squash

Think of this plate as a healthier version of your favorite Mexican meal. But don't worry—it's so good, you won't even be missing the carbs.

Get the recipe at The Defined Dish.

SHOP BAKING DISHES

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Roasted Acorn Squash Salad With Creamy Balsamic Reduction

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Stuffed Acorn Squash Breakfast Bowls

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Stuffed Acorn Squash With Wild Rice and Mushrooms

This dish looks plenty impressive, but it's actually pretty simple to prepare. This blogger gives step-by-step directions so your version will look—and taste—just as incredible as hers.

Get the recipe at Cooking for My Soul.

SHOP SAUCEPANS

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Autumn Arugula Salad With Caramelized Squash and Pomegranate Ginger Vinaigrette

Topped with avocado, pomegranate arils, and cucumber, this gorgeous, jewel-toned salad will get everyone eating their veggies.

Get the recipe at How Sweet Eats.

SHOP SKILLETS

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Roasted and Stuffed Acorn Squash

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Maple Butter Roasted Acorn Squash With Pecans

A sprinkle of bleu cheese brings out the savory notes in this sweet dish.

Get the recipe at Recipe for Perfection.

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Roasted Acorn Squash With Cranberries, Goat Cheese, and Balsamic Glaze

Slice up your acorn squash into smaller pieces for a light appetizer or side dish.

Get the recipe at Nutritious Eats.

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Acorn Squash Soup With Tumeric

Warm up during the chilly fall months with this paleo and Whole30-approved soup.

Get the recipe at Seasonal Cravings.

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Wild Rice, Sausage, and Cranberry Acorn Squash Boats

This loaded dish can satisfy as a quick main or as a side that pairs well with turkey or roasted chicken.

Get the recipe at Whole and Heavenly Oven.

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Acorn Squash Spread With Spinach and Artichokes

Serve this ultra cheesy app with fresh bread or crackers.

Get the recipe at Helpful Homemade.

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Roasted Acorn Squash with Maple-Bacon Drizzle

You don't have to feel guilty about having a side of bacon when it's paired with veggies in this decadent dish.

Get the recipe.

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Chard and Feta-Stuffed Acorn Squash

This low-effort, high-reward recipe will be your new go-to fall meal.

Get the recipe.

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Acorn Squash-and-Pear Purée with Glazed Almonds

Kid food? Hardly. This sophisticated purée marries the citrusy flavor of Anjou pears with earthy, roasted acorn squash. Ground ginger provides an exotic twist, while toasted almonds deliver crunch.

Get the recipe.

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Caramelized Onion Apple Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash

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Roasted Parmesan Garlic Acorn Squash

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Cheesy Sausage and Pepper Stuffed Acorn Squash

This recipe is low in carbs, high in protein, and sure to be a crowd favorite for taste!

Get the recipe at Kalyn's Kitchen.

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Roasted Acorn Squash with Cranberry Walnut Quinoa Stuffing

Your gluten-free friends and family can enjoy this delicious and nutritious side dish too! It might even be sweet enough for dessert.

Get the recipe at Tastefulventure.

SHOP SAUCEPANS

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Acorn Squash Breakfast Bowls with Yogurt

Sweet roasted squash filled with tangy yogurt and crunch granola? Yes please!

Get the recipe at Eating Bird Food.

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Roasted Acorn Squash with Rosemary

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Lasagna Stuffed Acorn Squash

Just when you thought lasagna couldn't get any better, you put it inside a roasted acorn squash.

Get the recipe at Cupcakes and Kale Chips.

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Mushroom and Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash

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Roasted Apple and Acorn Squash Soup

There's nothing better than a warm bowl of fall-flavored soup on a chilly day.

Get the recipe at Caroline's Cooking.

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Soft Acorn Squash Molasses Cookies

Carly Breit Web Editorial Fellow Carly Breit is a freelance writer who loves to write about health, wellness, and strong women.

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