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Midnight Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash
Midnight Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash is a wholesome, hearty dish featuring the nutty flavor of black quinoa paired with tender roasted acorn squash. Packed with protein, fiber, and vibrant ingredients like cranberries, walnuts, and fresh herbs, this dish is as nutritious as it is visually striking. The earthy flavors of quinoa blend perfectly with the sweetness of squash and the tang of cranberries, creating a balanced and satisfying meal. Ideal for a cozy dinner or a sophisticated main course, this recipe is a delicious way to enjoy seasonal produce.
Ingredients
- 2 medium Acorn squashes (172 calories)
- 1 cup Black quinoa, uncooked (222 calories)
- 2 cups Vegetable broth (15 calories)
- 1/4 cup Dried cranberries (92 calories)
- 1/4 cup Chopped walnuts (200 calories)
- 1 tbsp Olive oil (120 calories)
- 1/2 tsp Salt (0 calories)
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper (0 calories)
- 1/4 cup Chopped parsley (4 calories)
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice (4 calories)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut each acorn squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Brush the cut sides with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper. Place cut-side down on the baking sheet and roast for 30 minutes, or until tender.
- While the squash is roasting, rinse the black quinoa under cold water. Combine it with vegetable broth in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- Stir the dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, parsley, and lemon juice into the cooked quinoa. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove the roasted squash from the oven and flip it cut-side up. Fill each half with the quinoa mixture, mounding it slightly.
- Return the stuffed squash to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
This recipe is approximately 829 calories and serves four. Each serving will be approximately 1207.25 calories. This recipe should take roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook. This is a total time of 55 minutes.
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