Description
Stuffed acorn squash is a delightful dish that combines the natural sweetness of acorn squash with a savory filling, packed with nutrients and flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium acorn squashes
- 1 cup quinoa (uncooked)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
Instructions
- Prepare the acorn squash by cutting each in half lengthwise and scooping out the seeds.
- Brush the insides with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Cook the quinoa in a saucepan with water or vegetable broth until fluffy.
- Sauté garlic and spinach in a skillet, then mix in the cooked quinoa, cranberries, walnuts, and feta.
- Stuff the acorn squash halves with the quinoa mixture.
- Bake the stuffed squash at 400°F (200°C) for 10-15 minutes until heated through.
Notes
- Choose firm, heavy acorn squashes with a deep green color.
- Consider adding herbs and spices for enhanced flavor.
- Vegetarian options can include more vegetables or beans.
- Protein options include chicken, turkey, lentils, or tofu.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed half
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: stuffed acorn squash, healthy recipe, vegetarian dish, quinoa stuffing