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Instant Pot Acorn Squash Recipe

This Instant Pot Acorn Squash Recipe is a quick and easy way to prepare a delicious and nutritious side dish. Perfect for fall and winter meals.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Trivet

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 acorn squash halved and seeds removed
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Salt to taste

Instructions: 

  • Place the trivet in the Instant Pot and add 1 cup of water.
  • Arrange the acorn squash halves on the trivet.
  • Place 1 tablespoon of butter in each squash half.
  • Sprinkle brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt over the squash.
  • Close the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 15 minutes.
  • Quick release the pressure and carefully remove the squash from the Instant Pot.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes:

For a different flavor, try adding a pinch of nutmeg or a drizzle of maple syrup.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 850IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Keywords:

Keyword Acorn Squash, Easy Recipe, Instant Pot
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