Grilled Acorn Squash Wedges

2 small (3 pounds total) acorn squash, seeded and cut into 1-to-2-inch wedges

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Kosher salt

Prepare the grill for indirect heat: If using charcoal, when the coals are ashen, dump them onto one side of the grill. If using a gas grill, preheat the grill with all burners on high. When it reaches a temperature of 500 degrees, adjust for indirect grilling. With a two-burner grill, turn off one of the burners; with three or more burners, turn off the center unit.

You want medium heat. For charcoal, you should be able to hold your hand about five inches above the grate for 5-7 seconds. For gas, the temperature should be 400 degrees.

Toss the squash wedges with the oil and season them generously with salt. Working in batches as needed, cook them (uncovered) directly over the fire until deeply charred, 6-10 minutes per side.

Move the squash wedges to the cool side of the grill. Close the lid and cook until they are soft, 10-20 minutes. Transfer the wedges to a platter for serving.

Serves four to six.

Nutrition values per serving (based on 6): 200 calories, 3 g fat (0 saturated), 47 g carbohydrates, 7 g fiber, 0 sugar, 4 g protein, 0 cholesterol, 55 mg sodium.

Adapted from “Where There’s Smoke: Simple, Sustainable, Delicious Grilling” by Barton Seaver (Sterling Epicure, 2013)