Quinoa Stuffed Squash

4.34 from 3 votes

Delicious any time of year.

Here at Skinny Ms., we don’t dread the chilly months. We anticipate them with excitement! Autumn and winter offer a host of tasty culinary possibilities that get us hyped. Exhibit A is this Quinoa Stuffed Squash. Savory acorn squash tastes rich and decadent any time of year, and its indulgent flavor comes with an impressive nutritional profile.

Roast the vegetable to yield smooth, buttery texture. Afterward, stuff the squash with a mouthwatering mixture of toasted quinoa, cooked mushrooms, and sautéed onions. This dish exposes your taste buds to an array of flavors and health benefits. It’s the perfect comfort food to warm you up on a cold day!

4.34 from 3 votes

Quinoa Stuffed Squash

This stuffed squash is a delicious dish that everyone is sure to enjoy.
Yield 4 people
Serving Size 0.5 squash with 1 cup filling
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Universal
Author SkinnyMs.

Ingredients

  • 2 whole acorn squash each halved, seeds and pulp removed from centers
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher or sea salt divided
  • 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups dry quinoa
  • 3 1/2 cups vegetable broth or water, low-sodium
  • 1/2 cup onions finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups baby bella mushrooms or white button mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons thyme leaves fresh or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 garlic clove minced

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Rub the insides of the 4 squash halves with 3/4 tablespoon olive oil, 1/8 teaspoon salt, nutmeg, and pepper. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Allow to roast for 30 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Toast dry quinoa in a small pot over medium heat, for about 2 minutes, stirring the entire time. Add 3 1/2 cups water or vegetable broth, 1/8 teaspoon salt. Increase heat to high. Bring just to a boil, uncovered. Reduce heat to the lowest setting. Cover, cooking for about 25 minutes, or until all of the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
  • Add 3/4 tablespoon olive oil to a saute pan over medium heat. Add onions and cook for about 5 minutes, until they are soft and translucent. Add mushrooms and thyme. Cook for about 5 to 8 minutes, until mushrooms have browned and all of their water has been released and evaporated.
  • Add garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until golden and fragrant, stirring, and remove from the heat. Stir mushroom and onion mixture into the cooked quinoa. Spoon the quinoa mixture into the halves of each acorn squash. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Serving: 0.5squash with 1 cup filling | Calories: 381kcal | Carbohydrates: 67g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 166mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 1g |
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 11
Keywords Diabetic-Friendly, Vegetarian

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2 Comments

  1. This was sooooo good. It made ALOT of stuffing mix!! But it was delish! I was feeling decadent and used a sprinkle of goat cheese on top and it was my main dish. Perfect for this chilly weather!!

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