Stuffed acorn squash is a festive and delicious dish that makes an excellent addition to your Christmas dinner. The natural sweetness of roasted acorn squash is complemented by a savory stuffing made with quinoa, cranberries, nuts, and spices. It’s a perfect balance of flavors and textures, offering a nutritious, vegetarian option that’s as beautiful as it is tasty. This dish not only looks stunning on the table but also gives your guests a warm, hearty taste of the season, ideal for two people.
Recipe Tips and Tricks:
- Roast squash halves until tender but not mushy for a perfect texture.
- For added richness, use butter in the stuffing.
- Substitute quinoa with wild rice or couscous for variation.
Stuffed Acorn Squash for Two
Festive stuffed acorn squash with quinoa, cranberries, and nuts, perfect for a flavorful Christmas dinner for two.
Ingredients
- 2 acorn squash
- 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- 1/4 cup finely diced onions
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut acorn squash in half and scoop out seeds. Place on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Roast the squash in the oven for 35-40 minutes until tender.
- While the squash roasts, sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until soft. Add quinoa, cranberries, nuts, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Once the squash is done, remove from the oven and stuff with the quinoa mixture.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
This recipe can be made ahead by prepping the stuffing and storing it in the fridge until ready to bake. For a vegan option, use plant-based butter or omit altogether.
Nutrition Information
Yield
2Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 412Total Fat 17gSaturated Fat 3gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 14gCholesterol 0mgSodium 208mgCarbohydrates 64gFiber 13gSugar 17gProtein 8g
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