Three Sisters Squash Recipe

Name: Three Sisters Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 3 acorn or carnival squash; 1 cup red onion, diced; 2-3 serrano chiles, minced; 3 cups cooked black beans; 2 cups corn kernels; 2 cups broccoli florets, diced; 1 1/2 cups cooked wild or brown rice (optional); 1/2 cup fresh parsley, minced; 1 teaspoon paprika; Salt and pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 acorn or carnival squash
1 cup red onion, diced
2-3 serrano chiles, minced
3 cups cooked black beans
2 cups corn kernels
2 cups broccoli florets, diced
1 1/2 cups cooked wild or brown rice (optional)
1/2 cup fresh parsley, minced
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2
Put olive oil and minced garlic in a small bowl, set aside.
3
Remove stem from squashes, and cut each in half, from top to bottom.
4
Scoop out seeds and reserve for another use.
5
Brush inside of each squash with the garlic oil, place flesh side up on a baking sheet and roast for about 35 minutes.
6
While the squash is cooking, you can prepare the filling ingredients.
7
About 10 minutes before the squash is done, heat a pan, add olive oil, and saute onion and chile for about 2 minutes, over medium-low heat.
8
Add garlic, black beans, corn, broccoli and rice.
9
Cook for 3-5 minutes, until corn is bright yellow and broccoli is bright green.
10
Stir in parsley, paprika, salt and pepper and continue to cook for about a minute.
11
Adjust seasonings if needed.
12
Remove squash from oven, scoop corn and bean mixture into center.
13
Serve right away.

703

kcal

Calories

Fat

140

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: 3 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 3 acorn or carnival squash, 1 cup red onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Three Sisters Squash falls under the General 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!

Three Sisters Squash

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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