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Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash

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Acorn squash is one of my favorite fall vegetables! They are so beautiful on the outside and have a slightly sweet nutty flavor on the inside. I cook with them all season. My favorite is this Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash.
It is filled with such a delicious taste of fried onions, celery, mushrooms and hot spices. It then balances with subtle sweet and tangy aromas of apple and cranberry. Quinoa gives it a nice texture and a lot of protein. It’s heavenly!

Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash

Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash 1

Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash

Acorn squash is one of my favorite fall vegetables! They are so beautiful on the outside and have a slightly sweet nutty flavor on the inside. I cook with them… Print This
Serves: 6 servings Prep Time: Cooking Time:
Rating: 5.0/5
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Ingredients

    • 3/4 cup dry quinoa
    • 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth , low sodium
    • 3 acorn squash (medium-sized)
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil + more for brushing acorn flesh
    • 1 small onion , finely diced
    • 1 stalk celery , finely diced
    • 1 large apple , diced
    • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms , diced
    • 1/2 cup cranberries (fresh or frozen)
    • 3 cloves garlic , minced
    • 1 teaspoon sage
    • 1 teaspoon thyme
    • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
    • 1 teaspoon Himalayan salt (or preferred salt), more to taste
    • Fresh cracked pepper , to taste
    • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup *Optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F
  2. Cut a thin slice off the bottom of each squash to create a flat edge, so the squash can stand up (don’t cut too much or it will leave a hole). Cut stems off the tops if they protrude. Now cut each squash horizontally in half. Scoop out the membranes and seeds inside of the squash & discard. (*photos are in post above)
  3. Place the squash on a rimmed baking sheet, cut-side up. Brush the inside with olive oil and sprinkle with salt & pepper. (*Optional: lightly brush with maple syrup to add a subtle sweetness) Roast the squash for about 35-45 minutes, or until tender (test with a fork).
  4. Add the quinoa and broth to a medium pot. Bring to a boil and then turn heat down to maintain a low simmer. Cover with lid and cook until liquid is gone and quinoa is fluffy. This usually takes about 15-20 minutes to cook. Remove from heat and fluff with fork. Set aside.
  5. In a large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion, celery, apples until softened. About 5-6 minutes
  6. Add the mushrooms, cranberries, garlic, sage, thyme, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Sauté about 7-9 minutes, or until mushrooms and cranberries are tender (if food sticks to the pan, you can splash a little vegetable broth or white wine to deglaze).
  7. Remove from heat and add the cooked quinoa. Combine well and taste for seasoning, add more as needed.
  8. When the squash is ready, fill with the stuffing mixture. (*optional: drizzle/spritz top of stuffing with oil for a crispier top). Place in oven and bake 10-15 minutes, until the quinoa is lightly browned & crispy.

Originally posted 2019-01-21 08:39:56.

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Notes

Nutrtion Information: Serving: 1Acorn halve | Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 383mg | Potassium: 1115mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 16.9{e60ce88da641899e69f391bf16a42888542d229f3489f13ac1244d498781d7ad} | Vitamin C: 34.9{e60ce88da641899e69f391bf16a42888542d229f3489f13ac1244d498781d7ad} | Calcium: 10.2{e60ce88da641899e69f391bf16a42888542d229f3489f13ac1244d498781d7ad} | Iron: 16.8{e60ce88da641899e69f391bf16a42888542d229f3489f13ac1244d498781d7ad}

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Originally posted 2019-01-21 08:39:56.

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