With Food + Love by Sher Castellano

Simple, seasonal, plant-based recipes.

Roasted Acorn Squash with Shallots and Parsley Oil

Vegan roasted acorn squash with shallots and parsley oil is a simple side dish for your holiday table. Or weeknight winter and fall food needs.
vegetable sides + small plates

roasted acorn squash slices on plate
Life is hectic.

And so busy.

We’re scrambling around from work parties to holiday parties to family gatherings. Racing to pick up gifts. And prepare bounties of food. We’re all just doing our best to fit it all in.

Meanwhile we’re overindulging in sweets and treats and drinks and our diets are loaded with sugar and calories and low in nutrients. Let’s pause for a second and nourish our bodies with this beautiful plate of roasted acorn squash and bright herbs.

This roasted acorn squash side dish uses a couple pantry staples, and comes together in just 30 minutes. It’s a great weeknight meal that also doubles as a festive holiday dish. The acorn squash becomes tender and lightly crispy. And the shallots, my favorite part, are juicy and rich and luxurious. And because I used my Wolf Gourmet countertop oven, the work was practically done for me. I set the temperature, and the timer and all the magic happens inside. Allowing me the opportunity to prepare the parsley oil and tend to other things.

Because it’s the holidays. And because Wolf Gourmet is so generous. I am super excited to be giving away a Wolf Gourmet countertop oven to one of you. This beast of a machine is used in my home several times a day. I can’t remember the last time I turned my main oven on because I love the ease of this countertop oven so much. It’s simple to clean. It’s energy efficient. And its temperature controls are incredibly precise.

To enter to win the countertop oven, first head over to Wolf Gourmet and decide on which color knobs you’d prefer if you were to win. Then, leave me a comment telling me below. And last, make sure you are following me on Instagram. I’ll choose one reader at random on December 29 at noon Central, and notify the winner by email. Giveaway open to US readers only.

Also! Today on the Wolf Gourmet blog I have a comforting soup version of this side dish. 

Tips on how to roast acorn squash

Roasting acorn squash is really easy. You just need to keep a few things in mind before you make this acorn squash recipe.

First, your oven needs to be on a high heat. I set my Wolf Gourmet countertop oven to 450. Anything lower than that won’t properly roast the acorn squash.

Second, make sure to slice the acorn squash evenly. This will help them roast at the same rate in the oven.

Third, you’ll need to rotate the squash and shallots about halfway through the cooking time. This will ensure that everything cooks evenly and turns a lovely golden brown color.

To make this roasted acorn squash extra festive, sprinkle some pomegranate arils on top for a lovely crunch.

drizzling acorn squash and shallots with olive oil

shallots with a knife

roasting acorn squash in a toaster oven

drizzling parsley oil onto roasted acorn squash

roasted acorn squash with shallots

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Roasted Acorn Squash with Shallots + Parsley Oil

This dish can be made ahead of time, and warmed to serve. Or blended into soup. Store extra parsley oil in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.  
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 2 acorn squash
  • 8 shallots
  • 1/4 cup olive oil divided
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • sea salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup parsley finely minced
  • 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds optional {see notes}

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
  • Using a sharp knife cut the squash in half and scoop out the seeds. Then cut each half into four wedges. Trim the shallots and remove the outer peel. 
  • Arrange the squash and shallots in the tray and drizzle on two tablespoons olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Roast for 30 minutes, rotating the squash and shallots halfway through. The squash and shallots are done when they are golden brown, soft and tender.
  • Meanwhile while the squash and shallots are roasting, whisk together in a small bowl the remaining olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of both salt and pepper. 
  • Spoon the parsley oil over the squash and shallots and toss lightly to coat.
  • Plate and serve warm. 

Notes

To make this dish extra festive, and delicious, add pomegranate on top as a garnish. 

(This giveaway is closed.)

This post is sponsored by Wolf Gourmet; all opinions are my own.

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Comments

  5. Stainless would be my choice! Would look sophisticated and elegant and work in any kitchen. Thank you for the giveaway!

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  12. My fiancé keeps saying how much he wants one of these but they’re a bit pricey for my budget! SO this would be amazing. Black knobs, but really all of them are lovely. And this squash looks so so good.

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  18. I’m having legitimate problems deciding between red or black knobs. But I’m going with red because my other kitchen appliances are red! Definitely trying this recipe to counteract the pounds of fudge I’ve already consumed!!

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  22. Oh I actually love the red knobs too! This is an incredible giveaway – and a countertop stove must be so helpful when making multiple dishes for holiday guests/parties!

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  31. I have to say I just love the iconic red Wolf knobs, I couldn’t imagine any other color on a Wolf! Thanks for the chance to win this oven, I couldn’t afford to buy.

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  33. Sexiest squash ever. I’ve heard so many amazing things about Wolf Counter Top ovens (and their other appliances). Would love to check them out. Definitely red! I hope you have a wonderful Holiday weekend and have time for taking care of yourself. Miss you, friend. XOXO.

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  35. Stainless knobs! I have a Wolf range, ovens and microwave ordered for our kitchen remodel! LOVE this brand. P.S. your squash looks spectacular!

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  36. So excited to have found your page! I’m already obsessed with the recipes, I can’t wait to start cooking! The black knobs are my favorite.

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  54. Red knobs for sure! They add a little spiciness to the look. It would be so nice to use this countertop oven, thanks for the chance!

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  58. Thank you for all the great recipes. And now for this giveaway – I would love the countertop stove with stainless knobs. Wishing you a peaceful and creative new year, Celesta.

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  61. I love acorn squash! Now I have a wonderful new recipe to try! And red knobs, of course…though I would be grateful for any color! Thank you!

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  63. What an unbelievable giveaway for the holidays! I know the red knobs are really distinctive, but I love the brushed stainless steel knobs. Happy holidays to you.

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  74. Hot dang you weren’t kidding, that is one beast of a machine! It would be so perfect for my tiny kitchen. I really love the stainless steel knobs. Also following on Instagram. :) keep up the awesome work!

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  76. The brushed stainless is my choice. Thank you for this opportunity and for this yummy recipe – acorn squash is a favorite of mine and that parsley oil will be haunting me until I can make this!

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  80. This acorn recipe seems to fit perfectly in the countertop oven you are generously giving away. I love the stainless but the red knobs would give a splash of color to my kitchen. Thank you for giving me a chance. Happy delicious holidays!

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  83. Happy Holidays to you. What a beautiful giveaway. The knobs I would pick would be the black ones. But I love the red ones! Thank for the chance to win such an elaborate gift.

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  84. This looks so delish, and easy! I’d love the Wolf Gourmet countertop oven with brushed stainless knobs. I hope you’ve had a great holiday.

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  93. Without this and other great recipes that you have shared I could have never eat so healthy. Thank you for giving me a chance to win this oven. The Wolf name is such a quality product. I would love to own this table top oven. Thank you.

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  96. What timing! My stove just completely quit on me. Too much use during the holidays? It sounds as though this Wolf countertop oven would see me through until I am able to buy a new stove — or even beyond. I love the red knobs. Thank you!

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  103. Roasted roots and squashes are one of our family faves. Usually, it’s the main course in this vegetarian household! And it hits the seasonal menu square on the head. The countertop oven looks amazing. Sure would be a classy and practical step up from my pitiful toaster oven. If I’m the winner, stainless knobs would be wonderful. Thank you for the bright, cheery posts and pictures.

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  105. Wow, what a prize! I would love to win this, if I do I think the brushed stainless knobs would be best for me. Thanks again at the chance!

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  107. I would be thrilled to win this – with the red knobs. So chic. Thanks for the chance and happy 2018 to you!

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  110. Hi Sherrie,

    I would love red knobs!
    Can’t wait to try your acorn squash recipe. Your food is so colorful and inspiring!

    Thank you,
    Tiffanie

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  114. Oh! Brushed stainless steel would be perfect for the kitchen I’m remodeling. This oven would be a wonderful addition! Thank you!

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  127. Thanks so much for the opportunity! Stainless is my preference. This recipe looks amazing. I can’t wait to get home to try it! Thanks again! Happy New Year!

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  128. Absolutely the red knobs. What a great small appliance. Wow, thanks so for the opportunity to possibly win such a great giveaway!

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  129. Very sexy and love the stainless/red combination. Thanks – theres nto enough squash in the world for me. Love your version.

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  145. Recipe looks fantastic, I will definitely be making it soon. Also, thanks so much for the opportunity to win such a great oven. It would be just the thing I need since I do not have even a toaster oven. Brushed stainless steel would be great.

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  146. I would love this beautiful oven with stainless knobs! I can think of sooo many things that I would make in this. Thank you, thank you!

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  147. This is amazing, thanks for the opportunity to own one of these! I would love it with the black knobs, and I can just imagine all the yummy dishes cooking in this oven! Thanks again, and this recipe looks fantastic as well. Happy 2018!

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  149. Red knobs are fun! Thanks to you and Wolf for this contest! I would love love love to cook in this countertop oven!

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  151. Sherrie, oh goodness! Thank you for the chance to win! I love the red knobs. Your blog is always so pretty and inspiring and makes healthy eating look so delicious and simple.

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  153. I love the black knobs! Wolf appliances are amazing. Would love cooking using the countertop oven. Now that two of my kids are off to college, I am definitely cooking for less people. Thanks.

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  156. Definitely the iconic red knobs! I mainly cook for myself, and if I had such a good countertop oven, like you, I might use this oven instead of my regular size range most of the time. Thanks for the opportunity to win it.

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