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Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe

A delicious and healthy stuffed acorn squash recipe perfect for a cozy dinner.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 whole Acorn Squash halved and seeded
  • 1 cup Quinoa cooked
  • 1 cup Chickpeas cooked
  • 1 cup Spinach chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place the halved and seeded acorn squash on a baking sheet, cut side up. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until the squash is tender.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, and chopped spinach. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Once the squash is done, remove it from the oven and stuff each half with the quinoa mixture.
  6. Return the stuffed squash to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  7. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg

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Stuffed Acorn Squash
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