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Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash

A delicious and healthy meal featuring acorn squash stuffed with a flavorful quinoa and vegetable mixture.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 acorn squash
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup corn
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut the acorn squash in half and remove seeds.
  3. Brush the insides with olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
  4. Place squash halves cut side down on a baking sheet and roast for 30 minutes.
  5. In a pot, bring vegetable broth to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  6. In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and bell pepper until soft.
  7. Add black beans, corn, cumin, and paprika. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  8. Mix cooked quinoa with the vegetable mixture.
  9. Fill roasted squash halves with the quinoa mixture.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1.5g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Healthy, Quinoa, Stuffed Squash
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