Best 3 Acorn Squash Chips Recipes

Acorn squash chips are a delicious and healthy snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are made from thinly sliced acorn squash that is baked until crispy. Acorn squash is a winter squash that is known for its sweet and nutty flavor. It is also a good source of vitamins A, C, and B6, as well as potassium and fiber.

This article provides three different recipes for acorn squash chips. The first recipe is a basic recipe that uses only three ingredients: acorn squash, olive oil, and salt. The second recipe adds a little bit of spice with the addition of chili powder and cumin. The third recipe is a sweet and savory recipe that uses a mixture of brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

All of the recipes are easy to follow and can be made in under an hour. They are a great way to use up leftover acorn squash or to make a healthy snack for your family and friends.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CRISPY SQUASH CHIPS

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These crispy squash chips are savory, snackable delights that are also eco-conscious, making use of vegetable waste. Make them after or before you roast your squash flesh, when the oven is already hot. Serve with cool and creamy dips like buttermilk ranch dip.

Provided by DakotaKim

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Snack Chip Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 small acorn squash, or more to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon Sea Salt, gray
1 pinch ground cumin
1 pinch ground cinnamon

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Use a vegetable peeler to peel squash skin as thinly as possible. Chop peels into 1-inch square pieces; you should have about 1 cup squash peels. Reserve squash flesh for another use.
Mix olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, cumin, and cinnamon together in a bowl. Add squash peels and stir until evenly coated. Spread peels onto 2 baking sheets.
Roast in the preheated oven until crispy and golden brown, 13 to 15 minutes; watch closely as thinner chips can burn quickly.
Season roasted chips with salt as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33.1 g, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 450.4 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

ACORN SQUASH

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Sweet and buttery squash--this is quick and easy, and my family loves it.

Provided by TERRYLEE51

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Acorn Squash Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

1 medium acorn squash, halved and seeded
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Turn acorn squash upside down onto a cookie sheet. Bake in a 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven until it begins to soften, approximately 30 to 45 minutes.
Remove squash from the oven and turn onto a plate so that the flesh is facing upwards. Place butter and brown sugar into the squash, and place remaining squash over the other piece. Place squash in a baking dish (so the squash won't slide around too much) while baking.
Place squash in the 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven and bake another 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.7 calories, Carbohydrate 35.8 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 51.2 mg, Sugar 17.9 g

PARMESAN ROASTED ACORN SQUASH

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Very simple but satisfying way to make acorn squash. This is also good with delicata squash.

Provided by stephtaylor

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Acorn Squash Side Dish Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 (2 pound) acorn squash - halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut into 3/4-inch slices
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
8 sprigs fresh thyme
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Toss squash slices, Parmesan cheese, thyme, olive oil, salt, and pepper together in a bowl until the squash is evenly coated; spread into a jelly roll pan.
Roast in preheated oven until golden brown and tender, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 4.4 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 320.1 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

Tips:

Choose firm and ripe acorn squash for the best results.
Use a sharp knife to cut the squash into thin, even slices. This will help them crisp up evenly.
Toss the squash slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper before baking. This will help them brown and add flavor.
Bake the squash chips at a high temperature (400°F/200°C) for a short amount of time (15-20 minutes). This will help them crisp up without overcooking.
Keep an eye on the squash chips while baking. They can burn easily, so it's important to remove them from the oven as soon as they're golden brown.
Once the squash chips are done baking, let them cool on a wire rack before serving. This will help them stay crispy.

Conclusion:

Acorn squash chips are a healthy and delicious snack that is easy to make at home. They are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. They are also a low-calorie and low-carb snack that is perfect for people who are looking to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight. If you are looking for a tasty and nutritious snack, acorn squash chips are a great option.