Acorn Squash Stuffed With Herbed Cornbread Stuffing With Seitan Recipe

Cozy up to fall with this delicious vegetarian recipe! Perfectly roasted acorn squash is filled with a hearty stuffing of herbed cornbread, savory seitan, and vibrant vegetables. This recipe is perfect for a chilly evening and will impress your family and friends. #acornsquash #stuffing #vegetarian #fallrecipes #comfortfood #seitan #cornbread #veganoption

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 268.8 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Acorn Squash Stuffed With Herbed Cornbread Stuffing With Seitan

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Ingredients for Acorn Squash Stuffed With Herbed Cornbread Stuffing With Seitan

  • Olive Oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 cup cooked seitan, crumbled
  • Garlic Cloves
  • Celery Ribs
  • Green Bell Pepper
  • Cremini Mushrooms
  • Fresh Sage
  • Fresh Rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Fresh Ground Pepper
  • Fresh Parsley
  • Cornbread Stuffing Mix
  • 2 tablespoons tamari
  • Umeboshi Vinegar
  • Vegetable Broth
  • 2 medium acorn squash

How to Make Acorn Squash Stuffed With Herbed Cornbread Stuffing With Seitan

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cut each acorn squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and stringy pulp.
  3. Make a small slice on the bottom of each half so it sits flat.
  4. Brush squash cavities with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  5. Sprinkle with ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
  6. Place squash halves, cut-side down, on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 30 minutes, or until tender but still firm.
  7. While squash roasts, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  8. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and cook, stirring often, until translucent (about 5 minutes).
  9. Add 1 cup cooked seitan, crumbled, and cook for 2 minutes.
  10. Stir in 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 1 bell pepper, chopped; 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced; 1 teaspoon dried sage; 1 teaspoon dried rosemary; ½ teaspoon salt; and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
  11. Stir in ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley and remove from heat.
  12. In a large bowl, combine the cooked vegetables, 2 cups crumbled cornbread, 2 tablespoons tamari, and 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar. Mix well.
  13. Stir in enough vegetable broth (about ½ cup) so the stuffing is moist but not soggy.
  14. Adjust seasoning to taste with tamari, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  15. Remove squash from the oven and reduce heat to 300°F (150°C). Carefully turn squash cut-side up.
  16. Fill each squash cavity with about ½ cup of the stuffing mixture.
  17. Return squash to the oven and bake until the topping is golden brown and heated through, about 25-30 minutes.
  18. Let cool slightly before serving. Serve hot.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

98 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

3g

Carbs

19g