Acorn Squash With Pepper Rice Stuffing Recipe

Name: Acorn Squash With Pepper Rice Stuffing Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 x acorn squash (about 1-1/2 pounds); 1/4 c. long-grain rice; 1 x carrot coarsely shredded; 1 sm green bell pepper minced; 2 x cloves garlic chopped; 1 tsp turmeric; 1/2 c. water; 1/2 c. vegetable broth; 1/4 c. nonfat lowfat sour cream for garnish; 1/4 c. fresh parsley snipped, for garnish

Servings: persons

1
Cut the squash in half lengthwise and remove the seeds.
2
Combine the rice, carrots, peppers, garlic and turmeric, and spoon the mix into the squash cavities.
3
Pour the water into an electric slow cooker (5 to 6 quart rectangular cooker), and add in the squash halves, cavity-sides up.
4
Pour the broth into the rice mix in each cavity.
5
Cook on LOW till the squash and rice are tender, 5 to 7 hrs.
6
Serve garnished with the lowfat sour cream and parsley (optional).
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sodium, 3.3 g dietary fiber (author's est)
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NOTES : Cook's notes: To serve this as a main dish, top each helping with shredded Cheddar cheese or possibly minced nuts, and allow l/2 squash per serving.
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(To cook 2 small squashes at once, use an electric skill simmer, instead of a slow cooker.)

208

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 x acorn squash (about 1-1/2 pounds), 1/4 c. long-grain rice, 1 x carrot coarsely shredded, 1 sm green bell pepper minced, and more.

Yes, Acorn Squash With Pepper Rice Stuffing Recipe falls under the Soups & Stews 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!