Acorn Squash and Feta Wontons Recipe

Name: Acorn Squash and Feta Wontons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups Acorn Squash, Cut In Half, Seeds Removed; 4 Tablespoons Water, For Steaming Squash; 1/2 Onion, Diced; 1 Tablespoon Butter; 1/4 teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes; 1/4 teaspoons Ground Pepper; ⅔ teaspoons Dried Thyme; 4 ounces, weight Crumbled Feta; 4 ounces, weight Cream Cheese; 24 Wonton Wrappers; 1 whole Egg, Whisked In Small Dish; Non-stick Cooking Spray

Servings: persons

3 cups Acorn Squash, Cut In Half, Seeds Removed
4 Tablespoons Water, For Steaming Squash
1/2 Onion, Diced
1 Tablespoon Butter
1/4 teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes
1/4 teaspoons Ground Pepper
⅔ teaspoons Dried Thyme
4 ounces, weight Crumbled Feta
4 ounces, weight Cream Cheese
24 Wonton Wrappers
1 whole Egg, Whisked In Small Dish
Non-stick Cooking Spray

1
Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F.
2
In a microwave-proof pie pan, lay your halved acorn squash flat side down.
3
Pour 4 tablespoons of water into dish.
4
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and microwave for 6 minutes or until the meat is fork tender.
5
While oven is preheating and the squash is microwaving, dice 1/2 of a medium onion and toss into a hot non-stick skillet with the butter.
6
Stir occasionally over medium heat until caramelized.
7
Momentarily set aside.
8
Once you can handle your microwaved squash without giving yourself third degree burns, scrape the flesh out of the peels with a spoon and put the flesh into a medium bowl.
9
Fold in the rest of the ingredients caramelized onions, spices and cheeses (feta and cream cheese).
10
Fold until all uniformly mixed.
11
Spray a heavy duty non-stick baking sheet liberally with Pam baking spray.
12
Take out one wonton wrapper at a time and cover up the rest to avoid drying out.
13
In the middle of each wrapper dollop about 1 tablespoon of colorful squash mixture.
14
With a pastry brush, brush the outside edges of the wrapper with whisked egg.
15
Quickly fold all of the corners together.
16
Place on the sprayed baking sheet.
17
Once each wonton has been placed on the sheet, spray it again with Pam to ensure that they dont dry out while you finish the rest.
18
Repeat the process until your filling and wrappers are used up.
19
Toss the pan into the hot oven for 8-10 minutes and devour while warm!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups Acorn Squash, Cut In Half, Seeds Removed, 4 Tablespoons Water, For Steaming Squash, 1/2 Onion, Diced, 1 Tablespoon Butter, and more.

Yes, Acorn Squash and Feta Wontons falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Acorn Squash and Feta Wontons

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