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Stuffed acorn squash

Stuffed Acorn Squash

This delicious stuffed acorn squash is filled with a savory quinoa mixture, making it a perfect healthy and hearty dish for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Main Course, Vegetarian
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 Acorn squashes halved and seeds removed
  • 1 cup Quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups Vegetable broth
  • 1 can Black beans (15 oz) rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Corn fresh or frozen
  • 1 Red bell pepper diced
  • 1 small Red onion diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • as needed Olive oil for drizzling
  • for garnish Fresh cilantro
  • for serving Lime wedges

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Medium saucepan
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Drizzle the halved acorn squashes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place them cut side down on a baking sheet and roast for about 25-30 minutes, or until tender.
  3. While the squashes are roasting, prepare the quinoa. In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
  4. In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper, and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  5. Stir in the black beans, corn, cooked quinoa, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well and cook for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
  6. Remove the roasted acorn squashes from the oven and carefully flip them cut side up. Spoon the quinoa mixture generously into each half.
  7. Return the stuffed squashes to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  8. Once done, remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Feel free to customize the filling with other vegetables or spices according to your preference.