Acorn Squash Roasted with Maple Syrup and Vanilla Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 acorn squash, halved
- 1 Tbs butter (we use Earth Balance butter alternative)
- 2 Tbs pure maple syrup
- splash of vanilla extract - 1/4 to 1/2 tsp
- Salt to taste (we used freshly ground Pink Himalayan)
- Freshly ground pepper
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 381g | |
| Calories 337 | |
| Calories from Fat 105 | 31% |
| Total Fat 11.93g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat 7.38g | 30% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium 95mg | 4% |
| Potassium 1222mg | 35% |
| Total Carbs 60.98g | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.9g | 16% |
| Sugars 23.82g | 16% |
| Protein 2.74g | 4% |
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