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Steamed Acorn Squash with Lime and Scallion

3.0

(7)

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 2

Ingredients

1 small acorn squash
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 scallion, chopped fine

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Halve squash lengthwise and discard seeds and strings. Using outer ridges as a guide, cut squash lengthwise into sections. Arrange squash on a steamer rack in a saucepan and steam over boiling water, covered, until tender, about 15 minutes.

    Step 2

    While squash is steaming, in a bowl whisk together lime juice, oil, and salt and pepper to taste.

  2. Step 3

    On a platter drizzle squash with dressing and sprinkle with scallion.

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