Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash Receita

This autumnal recipe elevates simple acorn squash to a delicious and healthy main course. Sweet and savory quinoa stuffing, bursting with warm spices like cumin and cinnamon, is nestled inside tender roasted squash halves. A perfect fall or Thanksgiving side dish or vegetarian main course! Easily customizable to your preferences – add or omit nuts, herbs, and sweeteners to suit your taste.

Preparo 20 min

Cozimento 50 min

Calorias 372.7 kcal

Proteína 16g

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Ingredientes para Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash

Cooking Spray
2 medium acorn squash
1 tablespoon honey (or sugar-free alternative)
1 cup quinoa
Natural Almonds
Olive Oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
Garlic Cloves
Ground Cumin
Ground Cinnamon
Ground Ginger
Fresh Lemon Juice
Dried Apricot
Fresh Parsley Leaves
Fresh Mint Leaves
Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper

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Como fazer Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cut two medium acorn squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and stringy pulp. Brush the cut side of each squash half with 1/2 teaspoon of honey (or sugar-free alternative).
Place squash halves, cut side down, on a baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray. Bake for 40 minutes, or until tender.
Meanwhile, rinse 1 cup quinoa under cold water. Combine quinoa and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until all water is absorbed.
While quinoa cooks, toast 1/2 cup slivered almonds in a dry skillet over medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently. Let cool, then roughly chop.
In the same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion and cook until softened and slightly browned, about 3 minutes.
Add 2 cloves minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger.
Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons lemon juice.
Combine cooked quinoa, onion mixture, 1/4 cup chopped dried apricots, 1 tablespoon dried parsley, and (optional) 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint. Season generously with salt and pepper.
Stir in the toasted almonds.
Spoon the quinoa mixture into the baked acorn squash halves. Drizzle each with 1 teaspoon of honey (or sugar-free alternative).
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

64g

Fat

Carbs

19g

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Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Sweets & Sides Side Dishes Vegetarian Proteins The Americas American Healthy Vegetarian Gluten Free Fall Recipes Holiday Recipes Baking

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Perguntas frequentes

Quanto tempo leva para fazer Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash?

Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash leva cerca de 70 minutos do início ao fim — aproximadamente 20 minutos de preparo e 50 minutos de cozimento.

Quantas calorias tem Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash?

Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash tem aproximadamente 372.7 calorias por porção, com cerca de 16 g de proteína, 19 g de carboidratos e 22 g de gordura.

De quais ingredientes preciso para Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash?

Os principais ingredientes de Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash são Cooking Spray, Acorn Squash, Honey, Quinoa, Natural Almonds, Olive Oil. Veja a lista completa com as medidas acima.