Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe

Name: Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked quinoa, leftover; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 medium acorn squash, halved and seeded; 1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas; ¼ cup organic sunflower seeds, dry, pan roasted; ¼ cup red bell pepper, finely diced; ¼ cup celery, finely diced; 2 teaspoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed; 2 teaspoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon oil, for oiling the squash skin

Servings: persons

2 cups cooked quinoa, leftover
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
1 teaspoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 medium acorn squash, halved and seeded
1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas
¼ cup organic sunflower seeds, dry, pan roasted
¼ cup red bell pepper, finely diced
¼ cup celery, finely diced
2 teaspoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon oil, for oiling the squash skin

1
Preheat oven to 350.
2
Mix together, in a medium bowl, the quinoa, parsley, garlic, black eyed peas, sunflower seeds, red pepper, celery, lemon juice and shoyu.
3
Lightly oil the squash skin, with Oil, to prevent splitting.
4
Stuff each squash half with the quinoa stuffing.
5
Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice over each stuffed squash.
6
Place on a baking sheet, cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes or until the squash is tender.
7
The squash may be steamed for 45 minutes instead of baking.
8
Any Beans may be substituted for Black Eyed Peas.

310

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 2 cups cooked quinoa, leftover, 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 3 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash falls under the Vegetarian 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!

Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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