For a deeper flavor, toast the pecans lightly in a dry skillet before chopping. A pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg added to the quinoa mixture will enhance the warm, autumnal spices. If you don't have all the dried fruits on hand, feel free to substitute with others you enjoy, such as dried cranberries or cherries. To make this dish vegan, ensure your olive oil is plant-based.
Quinoa-Stuffed Acorn Squash
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME50 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING2 People
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VIEWS15
Earthy acorn squash cradles a vibrant quinoa filling, bursting with sweet and savory notes. Dried fruits offer a chewy counterpoint to the nutty quinoa and toasted pecans, creating a symphony of textures and flavors in every bite.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate128 g
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Fiber15 g
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Protein18 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium101 mg
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Sugar37 g
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Fat22 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place acorn squash cut-side down in a baking pan.
02
StepBake acorn squash in the preheated oven until tender when pierced with a fork, 30 to 40 minutes. Flip to face up and cool until easily handled.
03
StepBring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes. Stir in prunes, raisins, apricots, garlic, and ginger. Cook until prunes, raisins, and apricots plump up and quinoa is tender, about 5 minutes.
04
StepDrizzle olive oil over quinoa mixture and add salt; mix well.
05
StepScoop flesh of the acorn squash from the shells; cut into cubes and toss gently with quinoa mixture. Stuff empty shells with mixture. Sprinkle pecans on top.
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Keely Hammes
Jul 1, 2025This was so delicious and surprisingly easy to make! The combination of sweet and savory was perfect.
Lela Thiel
Jun 30, 2025My family loved this! Even my kids, who are usually picky eaters, ate it up.
Jeff Botsford
May 31, 2025I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little kick, and it was amazing!
Giovanny Schuppe
May 26, 2025I found that my squash took a little longer to bake, so just keep an eye on it.
Maymie Schaden
May 21, 2025This is a great make-ahead dish for Thanksgiving or other holidays.