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Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash

Easy and healthy Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash is like fall in a bowl.  Acorn squash stuffed to the brim with savory sausage, black beans, and onions then topped with cheese is over the top delicious.  (gluten free)

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 754 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 whole acorn squash, cut in half
  • 8 oz chorizo, casings removed (gluten free)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 whole garlic cloves, chopped
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed
  • ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 whole green onion, chopped (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.  Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.  Cut the squash in half and scoop out the seeds.  Drizzle the inside of squash with olive oil and salt and pepper lightly.  Place the squash open side down and roast for about 25-30 minutes.  
  2. Remove the chorizo from the casings and brown in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, crumbling as you stir. Remove from pan.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to pan and add diced onion and chopped garlic. Saute for about 5-8 minutes.  Add cooked sausage and black beans to pan and stir for a minute or two.  
  4. When acorn squash is done, fill the squash with the sausage filling.  Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and put back in the oven for about 5 minutes or until cheese melts.  Garnish with green onions and serve.  This can be kept well in fridge for 2-3 days of leftovers.

Nutrition Information

Calories 754kcal (38%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 42g (84%) Fat 48g (74%) Saturated Fat 19g (95%) Cholesterol 114mg (38%) Sodium 1491mg (62%) Potassium 946mg (27%) Fiber 11g (44%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 140IU (3%) Vitamin C 3.1mg (3%) Calcium 153mg (15%) Iron 4.5mg (25%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 754

% Daily Value*

Calories 754kcal 38%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 42g 84%
Fat 48g 74%
Saturated Fat 19g 95%
Cholesterol 114mg 38%
Sodium 1491mg 62%
Potassium 946mg 20%
Fiber 11g 44%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 140IU 3%
Vitamin C 3.1mg 3%
Calcium 153mg 15%
Iron 4.5mg 25%

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