The warm, golden acorn squash looks tantalizing on corn tortillas, it's subtle smokiness amplified by deep red pomegranate seeds and green avocado chunks scattered on top. The contrast of dark greens from cilantro and bright red from the salsa makes this intensely visual, a twist of lime along the side of the plates pops with color.

Chipotle Roasted Squash Tacos with Avocado-Pomegranate Salsa

Name: Chipotle Roasted Squash Tacos with Avocado-Pomegranate Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 medium acorn squash, 1 medium seeded and sliced into 1/2-inch crescents; chipotle chili powder, 1 teaspoon; extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon; corn tortillas, 4; lime, 1 sliced into wedges; sea salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; Avocado, 1 diced; pomegranate seeds, 1/2 cup; cilantro, a handful chopped; red onion, 1/4 cup finely chopped; lime, juice of 1; sea salt, to taste

Category Main Course

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 25 minutes

Style Mexican

Technique Roasting

Diet Friendly Vegan

Daily Recipe: November 22, 2025

This intriguing spin on Mexican cuisine combines seasonal ingredients with traditional spices for a comforting vegan delight. Starring late autumn's vibrant acorn squash, warmed by smoky chipotle, finished with a twist of citrus from fresh limes, and adorned with a crown of avocado-pomegranate salsa, it's an experience that truly embodies diversity and comfort in vegan cooking.

Ingredients (for 2)

1 medium acorn squash - 1 medium - seeded and sliced into 1/2-inch crescents
Chipotle chili powder - 1 teaspoon
Extra virgin olive oil - 1 tablespoon
Corn tortillas - 4
Lime - 1 - sliced into wedges
Sea salt - to taste
Black pepper - to taste
Avocado - 1 - diced
Pomegranate seeds - 1/2 cup
Cilantro - a handful - chopped
Red onion - 1/4 cup - finely chopped
Lime - juice of 1
Sea salt - to taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🌡️🔥🕓

Preheat your oven to a temperature of 400°F.
Step 2 - 🍠🧂🥄

Toss the sliced acorn squash in extra virgin olive oil, chipotle chili powder, sea salt and black pepper.
Step 3 - 🥘🔥🍠

Spread the seasoned squash evenly on a lined baking sheet and roast it for 20-25 minutes or until tender and lightly caramelized.
Step 4 - 🔪🥑🍅

While the squash is roasting, prepare the salsa. Combine the diced avocado, pomegranate seeds, chopped cilantro, finely chopped red onion, lime juice, and a pinch of sea salt.
Step 5 - 🌽🌮🔥

Warm the corn tortillas over medium-high heat on a dry skillet for about 30 seconds per side.
Step 6 - 🌮🥑🍈

Lay down the roasted squash on the tortilla, top it with a generous amount of salsa. Serve warm with a side of lime wedges.

Additional

This dish looks just as good as it tastes, and its high fiber content makes it quite filling. Kids can help out by scooping out the seeds from the squash and assembling the tacos. You can also add roasted corn or black beans for extra protein, or garnish with vegan cashew cream for a touch of decadence.