How do I know when acorn squash is done cooking?

You can use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the acorn squash! Once it hits about 208 degrees F, it is good to go. If you don't have a thermometer, don't worry! You can use a fork to make sure the thickest part of the squash is fork tender.

Can you eat acorn squash skin?

Yes! After being cooked on the grill, you can definitely eat the skin on acorn squash.

Grilled Acorn Squash with Maple Butter

Ingredients

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2 medium acorn squash, seeds removed and sliced into wedges
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
3 tablespoons maple syrup
2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Kosher salt to taste
3/4 cup walnuts or pecans, coarsely chopped
1 fresh lemon (zest)

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Instructions

Preheat the grill for 2-zone cooking, around 350-375°F.
Combine the butter, syrup, pepper flakes, soy sauce, and black pepper. Taste and adjust with salt as needed. Stir the sauce and lightly brush all sides of the acorn squash slices with the sauce.
Grill the squash by placing each wedge on the grates over the coals. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, watching for the browning and caramelization to occur. Flip the slices and repeat, moving to the cooler side of the grill when ready. Close the lid of the grill and cook for another 30 minutes, flipping every 7-8 minutes to ensure even cooking. Check for tenderness with a temperature probe, which should read around 208-210°F for doneness.
Serve with the chopped nuts and leftover maple butter sauce. Zest the fresh lemon over everything, and season with salt as needed.

Author: Brad Prose
Prep Time: 1 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Side Dish, Holiday

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3-4 slices of squash
Calories: 318
Sugar: 9.9 g
Sodium: 42.5 mg
Fat: 26.1 g
Carbohydrates: 21.7 g
Protein: 4.3 g
Cholesterol: 30.5 mg