Roasted Acorn Squash and Crawfish Bisque
Roasted acorn squash lends a velvety sweetness that pairs beautifully with warm spices and a whisper of nutmeg, while tender crawfish tails add a delicate, briny richness. Finished with fresh basil and a touch of cream, this Southern-inspired bisque is luxurious yet comforting—ideal for a cozy fall dinner or an elegant starter at a holiday gathering.
- Prep40 mins
- Cook2 hrs 20 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Roasted Acorn Squash and Crawfish Bisque, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 47 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 94 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 20
- Heart Health
- 66
- Metabolic
- 26
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 49
- Performance
- 42
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- 2
Mix the brown sugar with 1/4 cup butter, cinnamon, and five-spice powder in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on High until the butter is fully melted. Set the acorn squash cut side up on the foil-lined baking sheet; brush with the brown sugar mixture.
- 3
Bake in the preheated oven until the squash is tender and golden brown, about 1 1/2 hours. Remove from the oven, let cool, then scoop out and reserve the flesh.
- 4
Melt the remaining 1/4 cup of butter in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in the onion, celery, and bell pepper. Cook and stir until the onion is softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the acorn squash, garlic, and seafood stock. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce to medium-low and simmer 30 minutes.
- 5
Stir the cream and basil into the simmering soup; season with nutmeg, salt, and white pepper. Pour the soup into a blender, filling the pitcher no more than halfway. Hold the lid down with a folded kitchen towel, and carefully start the blender, using a few quick pulses to get the soup moving before letting it run to puree. Puree in batches until smooth and pour into a clean pot. Alternatively, use a stick blender to puree the soup right in the pot. Once pureed, add the crawfish tails and simmer a few minutes until hot.
- Calories 291.74 kcal Moderate 15%
- Protein 19.08 g Good Source 38%
- Carbohydrate 28.03 g 10%
- Total Fat 11.92 g Moderate 15%
- Saturated Fat 6.83 g High 34%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 180.91 mg High 60%
- Sodium 566.15 mg High 25%
- Dietary Fiber 3.11 g Moderate 11%
- Total Sugars 10.13 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 142.72 mg Moderate 11%
- Iron 1.6 mg Low Source 9%
- Potassium 665.49 mg Moderate 14%
- Vitamin A 48.18 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 41.07 mg Good Source 46%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Celery
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Roasted Acorn Squash and Crawfish Bisque is a Cajun and Creole dinner recipe made with 15 ingredients. It takes about 3 hrs, serves 12, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Acorn Squash, Brown Sugar, Butter, and Celery. Each serving provides about 291.74 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Roasted Acorn Squash and Crawfish Bisque?
- It is a Cajun and Creole recipe made with 15 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Roasted Acorn Squash and Crawfish Bisque made of?
- The main ingredients are Acorn Squash, Brown Sugar, Butter, Celery, Cooked Shrimp. The full list of 15 is above.
- What goes well with Roasted Acorn Squash and Crawfish Bisque?
- Explore these Cajun and Creole side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Roasted Acorn Squash and Crawfish Bisque?
- About 3 hrs in total: 40 mins to prepare and 2 hrs 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 291.74 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Roasted Acorn Squash and Crawfish Bisque easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 15 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Roasted Acorn Squash and Crawfish Bisque healthy?
- Roasted Acorn Squash and Crawfish Bisque has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 291.74 calories and 19.08 g of protein, or 38% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 566.15 mg (25% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 6.83 g (34% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Milk, Celery, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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