Acorn Squash Tacos Recipe

Name: Acorn Squash Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 acorn squash; 1/2 medium onion, chopped; 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped; 1 jalapeno, minced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more; olive oil, for roasting; 1/4 teaspoon coriander; 1/4 teaspoon cumin; salt and pepper; 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped; tortilla; fresh salsa (this recipe will have to come another day); tomatoes; sour cream

Servings: persons

1 acorn squash
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
1 jalapeno, minced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more
olive oil, for roasting
1/4 teaspoon coriander
1/4 teaspoon cumin
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
tortilla
fresh salsa (this recipe will have to come another day)
tomatoes
sour cream

1
Slice squash in half length-wise. Scoop out seeds, then horizontally cut the fruit into 1/2 inch-thick slices.
2
Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper, then roast at 450 degrees F for about 20 minutes. When cooked and cooled, peel the squash and set aside.
3
Over medium heat, melt the butter with the olive oil. (For a vegan version, skip the butter and double the oil).
4
Then, saute the onions, red pepper, jalapeno, and garlic until garlic is fragrant and the onions have softened. Add the dry spices, then stir in cooked squash.
5
Season to taste, and pile the filling into warmed tortillas. Garnish with cilantro, fresh salsa, tomatoes and sour cream for the dairy-eaters.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 acorn squash, 1/2 medium onion, chopped, 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped, 1 jalapeno, minced, and more.

Yes, Acorn Squash Tacos falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Acorn Squash Tacos

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