Grilled Acorn Squash Recipe

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Try this recipe the next time you have a fancy meal, and you’ll be sure to please most everyone. When grilling an autumnal feast, don’t think that the acorn squash needs to go in the oven. Instead, you can make sweet acorn squash on the grill. This squash dish makes a great side for turkey, prime rib, lamb, or duck.

You can set up a charcoal grill so the coals are to one side and then grill the squash on the unheated side. For a gas grill, turn off the flame on one side. Depending on your grill, you might be able to turn off the back or front rows of flame, or it may have controls for each side. This recipe uses the indirect grilling method to bake the squash on the grill.

The squash can also be indirectly grilled by wrapping them in aluminum foil, using a cast-iron drip pan, or by placing a disposable aluminum drip pan underneath the squash, which will catch any juices from the sweet filling that may drip.

Instructions
  1. Heat Grill: Heat the grill to medium-high (375-400F degrees).
  2. Prepare: Cut the squash in half vertically. Remove and discard the seeds.
  3. Season: Season both sides with olive oil, salt and pepper.
  4. Grill: Grill cut side down for 15 minutes. Flip grill 30 minutes, until fork tender.

How to Grill Acorn Squash

Grilled Acorn Squash 🔗

When the weather starts to turn cold and you've got a bountiful harvest waiting for you in your pantry, toss some acorn squash on the grill! Drizzled with a sweet and savory buttery and brown sugar sauce, this grilled acorn squash is a tasty side to round out your meal.

Prep: 10min

Total: 40min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 158 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 8 g, Saturated Fat 5 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 129 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 8 g, unSaturated Fat 3 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 2 medium acorn squash (seeds removed and cut into wedges)
  • 4 Tablespoons salted butter (melted)
  • 4 Tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 garlic cloves (grated)
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instruction:

  1. Preheat. Preheat your grill for two-zone cooking (around 350 degrees F overall temperature).
  2. Season the squash. In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, grated garlic, soy sauce, and black pepper. Brush all sides of the acorn sides with the brown sugar butter mixture.
  3. Grill. Place each squash wedge on the direct heat side of the preheated grill and cook for 1-2 minutes per side. The sugars will caramelize and brown quickly. Move the squash over to the indirect heat side of the grill, close the lid, and cook for 30 minutes, turning every 5-7 minutes to help them cook evenly. Squash should be crispy on the outside and fork-tender on the inside. An internal thermometer should read around 210 degrees F when inserted into the flesh of the squash.
  4. Serve immediately. Remove the squash to a serving platter and sprinkle with some additional salt, to taste, if desired.

FAQ

Do you skin squash before grilling?

Because of its soft skin, summer squash does not require peeling and some varieties are too watery to grill. Summer squash should not be washed until you are ready to use it.

Should you salt squash before grilling?

Salting the zucchini draws out some of the moisture, giving it a firmer texture that won’t get mushy or have more of a steamed vegetable texture. Although salting the zucchini isn’t required, it can make it come out even more delicious.

How long do you cook acorn squash for?

Herbs & Spices: Sage, Thyme, Bay Leaf, Tarragon, Cinnamon, Cloves, Nutmeg, Ginger. Sweet: Maple Syrup, Honey, Brown Sugar. Savory: Sausage, Bacon, Chicken, Pecans, Walnuts, Rice, Pasta, Baked Beans.

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