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Butternut Squash Stuffed Poblano Peppers

Creamy butternut squash is added to these stuffed poblano peppers for a rich, creamy, flavorful, vegan side dish, perfect for Thanksgiving!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 20 mins
Total Time
1 hr 25 mins
Servings: 8 stuffed peppers
Calories: 97 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 butternut squash
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 8 poblano peppers
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Slice the butternut squash in half and remove the seeds.
  3. Brush each side of the squash with a tbsp of olive oil.
  4. Place cut side down on a baking dish and roast for 45 minutes.
  5. Remove from the oven and cool.
  6. In the mean time, turn the broiler on to high and place the poblano peppers directly under the heat.
  7. Turn after 4-5 minutes (or when the skin begins to bubble).
  8. Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, then remove from the oven and place in a ziploc bag, close tightly.
  9. Remove the peppers from the bag when cool and peel the skin away.
  10. Next, cut a slit in the middle of the pepper, but be sure not to cut all the way through.
  11. Now, prepare the butternut squash filling.
  12. Scoop the squash out of the skin and place it in a food processor.
  13. Add the cumin, chili powder, salt and cilantro.
  14. Blend until creamy then spoon into the poblano peppers.
  15. Place on a baking sheet and into the oven at 400°F for 5 minutes.
  16. Remove and serve.

Nutrition Information

Calories 97kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 3g (5%) Sodium 83mg (3%) Potassium 538mg (15%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 10465mg (209%) Vitamin C 115.3mg (128%) Calcium 57mg (6%) Iron 1.2mg (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8stuffed peppers

Amount Per Serving

Calories 97

% Daily Value*

Calories 97kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 3g 5%
Sodium 83mg 3%
Potassium 538mg 11%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 10465mg 209%
Vitamin C 115.3mg 128%
Calcium 57mg 6%
Iron 1.2mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.