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Pressure Cooker Simple Sweet Acorn Squash {Instant Pot}

November 30, 2016 By Jill Selkowitz / 33 Comments Updated November 11, 2019 / As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs I earn from qualifying purchases; see all disclosures.

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Pressure Cooker Simple Sweet Acorn Squash is a versatile & healthy winter vegetable that can be sweetened or stuffed with meat and rice.

Pressure Cooker Simple Sweet Acorn Squash

Pressure Cooker Simple Sweet Acorn Squash

Acorn Squash was a staple in my house growing up. It is a less starchy vegetable and better for you than most of the other types of Winter Squash.  While I love Butternut Squash, it is more caloric than Acorn Squash, because of the starch and calories wise, is more like a potato. I love potatoes and I love Butternut Squash. But, let’s see if you will love Acorn Squash too!

Acorn Squash, on the other hand, is not a starch squash and fits more into the vegetable category, the real vegetable category. It is a lower calorie starch. That being said, adding some sweetness to the Acorn Squash, makes it really tasty, while getting in good vegetable nutrients.

 

Cast of Ingredients for Pressure Cooker Simple Acorn Squash

Cast of Ingredients for Pressure Cooker Simple Acorn Squash

Unless I am having some time of Yam/Sweet Potato Casserole, I don’t want super sweet vegetables. This recipe is super easy and only takes a few minutes in your Instant Pot, Ninja Foodi or Pressure Cooker. I have been eating Acorn Squash this way since I can remember.

Vegans, use a little coconut oil!

 

Cut the Squash and Clean out the Seeds

Cut the Squash and Clean out the Seeds

Please make sure that your Knife has been sharpened as cutting through an Acorn Squash takes a little muscle. Once the squash is cut in half, use a spoon and clean out the seeds and the furry stuff. 🙂

 

Poke the Acorn Squash in the inside with a Fork

Poke the Acorn Squash in the inside with a Fork

You don’t ‘really’ need to do this, I just like the butter to seep into the flesh. It makes it extra yummy.

 

Add Butter and Seasonings

Add Butter and Seasonings

I’m all fancy pants sometimes with my seasonings and spices, but for this recipe, I like it really simple. Sure, dust on a little nutmeg, pumpkin pie spice if you like, or keep it simple, like me.

 

Place the Squash on a Trivet

Place the Squash on a Trivet

Always add water to your Instant Pot, Ninja Foodi or Pressure Cooker cooking pot! Place the trivet and then add your lovely Acorn Squash. If you need to cook more than one Acorn Squash, you can certainly wait and add the butter and seasonings after the squash is cooked. Just shove in as many as you can fit.

I prefer a firm squash. Some people like it all mushy and if you do, add a little more time than I suggest below.

 

Pressure Cooker Simple & Sweet Acorn Squash

Pressure Cooker Simple & Sweet Acorn Squash

This Pressure Cooker Simple Sweet Acorn Squash goes really well with my Friday Night Shabbos Brisket, and my London Broil with Chimichurri Sauce. Smoosh the butter and sugar into the flesh and enjoy!

Kitchen Equipment and Essentials

  • Instant Pot, Ninja Foodi or Pressure Cooker
  • J.A. Henckels Classic 8 inch Chef’s Knife
  • Simply Gourmet (Dry) Stainless Steel Measuring Cups
  • Anchor Hocking Glass (Liquid) Measuring Cups
  • Alton Brown Salt Box
  • My FANTASTIC Teak Cutting & Charcuterie Board & Compartments
  • Stainless Steel Trivet

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Pressure Cooker Simple Sweet Acorn Squash

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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: All types, American
Prep Time: 4 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 4 minutes minutes
Total Time: 8 minutes minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 160kcal
Author: Jill Selkowitz

Ingredients

  • 1 Acorn Squash cut half and cleaned

Seasoning

  • 1 Tablespoon Butter
  • 1 Tablespoon Light Brown Sugar Maple Syrup, Agave or Honey
  • 1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • Pinch Kosher Salt to taste
  • Pinch Freshly Ground Black Pepper to taste

Recommended Products

Instant Pot Electric Pressure Cooker
J.A. Henckels Classic 8 inch Chef's Knife
Stainless Steel Trivet Set
Dry Measuring Cups

Instructions

  • Cut and clean Acorn Squash. 
  • Mix together seasonings and then divide amongst both halves.
  • Add one cup of water to Pressure Cooker cooking pot and place Trivet.  Carefully place Acorn Squash on top of Trivet.
  • Lock on Lid and close Pressure Valve.
  • Cook at High Pressure for 4 minutes.
  • When Beep sounds, wait 10 minutes and then release the rest of the pressure
  • Dust with Nutmeg, if desired,

Notes

For softer texture, cook for 5-7 minutes.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Pressure Cooker Simple Sweet Acorn Squash
Amount Per Serving
Calories 160 Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Fat 6g9%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Cholesterol 15mg5%
Sodium 58mg3%
Potassium 748mg21%
Carbohydrates 29g10%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 966IU19%
Vitamin C 24mg29%
Calcium 71mg7%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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