Mediterranean Stuffed Acorn Squash

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4.9

27 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    1 hr

  • Total Time

    1 hr 15 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    86 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Mediterranean

Mediterranean Stuffed Acorn Squash

Mediterranean stuffed acorn squash is easy, delicious and a showstopper. This vegetarian version is customizable to your liking!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 acorn squash
  • 3 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp pomegranate molasses
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp Coriander
  • 1/4 tsp Turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp sumac
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/3 cup walnuts chopped
  • 1/3 cup parsley chopped
  • 1 lemon juice of
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Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Cut the acorn squash in half and scoop out the seeds and strings. Place the acorn squash halves on the baking sheet and brush lightly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Roast in the oven for 40 minutes until they are fork tender.
  2. Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Saute the onion until translucent. Add the garlic and bell pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add in the tomato paste and pomegranate molasses. Stir to combine and cook for another 2 minutes. Add in the cooked rice followed by the cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, sumac and salt. Mix and cook for 2 more minutes.
  4. Add in the walnuts, parsley and lemon juice. Stir and turn the heat off.
  5. Set the oven to 375 degrees F. Spoon the filling into the roasted acorn squash. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.

Notes

  • Store the leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days. To reheat, place the leftovers in a baking pan covered with aluminum foil. Reheat at 325 degrees F for 15 minutes. 
  • You can use leftover basmati, jasmine or brown rice for this recipe. 
  • Jazz up this recipe by adding some feta cheese or mozzarella at the very end. 

Nutrition Information

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Calories 86kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 22g (7%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 0.2g (0%) Saturated Fat 0.04g (0%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g Monounsaturated Fat 0.01g Sodium 6mg (0%) Potassium 748mg (21%) Fiber 3g (12%) Vitamin A 791IU (16%) Vitamin C 24mg (27%) Calcium 71mg (7%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 86 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 86kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 22g 7%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 0.2g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.04g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.01g 0%
Sodium 6mg 0%
Potassium 748mg 16%
Fiber 3g 12%
Vitamin A 791IU 16%
Vitamin C 24mg 27%
Calcium 71mg 7%
Iron 2mg 11%

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

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