Cranberry Walnut Stuffed Acorn Squash is a seasonal dish in which acorn squash halves are baked until tender, stuffed with a savory-sweet mixture of quinoa, dried cranberries, walnuts and maple syrup. This healthy recipe combines wonderful textures and flavors, perfect for fall.
Cranberry Walnut Stuffed Acorn Squash is a seasonal dish in which acorn squash halves are baked until tender, stuffed with a savory-sweet mixture of quinoa, dried cranberries, walnuts and maple syrup. This healthy recipe combines wonderful textures and flavors, perfect for fall.
Brush acorn squash halves with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place them cut side down on a lined baking sheet and roast in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 30 minutes.
Combine cooked quinoa, dried cranberries, chopped walnuts and maple syrup.
Remove the roasted squash from the oven, turn the halves cut side up and stuff them with the quinoa mixture.
Return the stuffed squash halves to the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes until heated.
Servings 8
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.