Tangerine Baked Dumpling Squash With Pine Nuts Recipe

This vibrant and flavorful recipe features sweet dumpling squash (or acorn squash) baked to perfection, then tossed with a zesty tangerine sauce and crunchy toasted pine nuts. The sweet and savory combination is irresistible! A perfect autumnal side dish or light vegetarian meal.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 253 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tangerine Baked Dumpling Squash With Pine Nuts

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How to Make Tangerine Baked Dumpling Squash With Pine Nuts

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and stringy fibers using a spoon.
  3. Place the squash halves cut-side up in a baking dish. Pour ½ inch of water into the bottom of the dish.
  4. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the squash is easily pierced with a fork.
  5. Once cool enough to handle, gently scoop the flesh from the squash halves into a large bowl.
  6. Using a potato masher or fork, mash the squash until mostly smooth but with some texture remaining.
  7. In a small skillet, toast 1/4 cup of pine nuts over medium heat until lightly golden brown. Set aside.
  8. Add 1/2 cup of tangerine juice, 2 tablespoons of tangerine zest, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/8 teaspoon of black pepper to the mashed squash. Stir well to combine.
  9. Stir in the toasted pine nuts.
  10. Transfer the mixture to a small (approximately 1.5-quart) greased casserole dish.
  11. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
  12. Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with extra pine nuts and tangerine zest, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

75g

Fat

22g

Carbs

7g

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