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Stuffed Acorn Squash

This stuffed acorn squash recipe is filled with Mediterranean flavors from sun-dried tomatoes, chickpeas, and spices. Perfect for a easy weeknight dinner!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 servings
Calories 472kcal
Author Yumna Jawad

Ingredients

  • 2 medium acorn squash
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt divided
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper divided
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • ¼ cup julienned sun-dried tomatoes plus 2 tablespoons of the oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 (15-ounce can) chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Prepare the acorn squash by cutting it in half horizontally and scooping out the seeds. Brush all sides with oil and season with ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper. Line a small sheet pan with parchment paper and place the squash cut side down. Bake until the flesh is soft and can be easily pierced with a fork, about 30 minutes.
  • While the squash is roasting, heat a medium skillet to medium-high heat and add the walnuts. Dry toast them for about 2-3 minutes until browned and toasty.
  • To the same skillet, add the 2 tablespoons of sun-dried tomato oil. Add onions and saute until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and saute another 1 minute until fragrant. Add the chickpeas and cook until warmed through, about 3 minutes. Add the spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, cumin, remaining salt, and remaining pepper. Pour the lemon juice on top and toss well to combine.
  • Flip the acorn squash over and spoon the filling evenly into the four squash halves. Place back in the oven for an additional 10 minutes, and serve warm.

Notes

Storage: Kept in the fridge in an airtight container, this stuffed acorn squash will last for up to 3 days. It can be reheated in a 350°F oven until warmed through. You can also roast the acorn halves the day before serving, then fill and bake.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5squash + 1 cup filling | Calories: 472kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 16g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 755mg | Potassium: 1289mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2319IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 173mg | Iron: 5mg