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Turkey Stuffed Acorn Squash

A delicious and healthy dish featuring roasted acorn squash filled with a savory turkey mixture, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: main dish, vegetarian option
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Acorn Squash
  • 2 whole acorn squash halved and seeds removed
Turkey Filling
  • 1 lb ground turkey lean
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup celery diced
  • 1 cup carrots diced
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa optional for added texture
  • 1/4 cup parsley chopped
Topping
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese optional, for topping

Method
 

Prepare the Squash
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the acorn squash in half and scoop out the seeds.
  2. Place the squash halves cut-side down in a baking dish and add a little water. Bake for 25-30 minutes until tender.
Make the Filling
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground turkey and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the onion, garlic, celery, and carrots to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the thyme, salt, pepper, and cooked quinoa. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
Stuff the Squash
  1. Remove the squash from the oven and carefully flip them cut-side up.
  2. Spoon the turkey filling into each half of the squash, packing it in gently.
  3. If using, sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the filling.
Bake and Serve
  1. Return the stuffed squash to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes until heated through and cheese is melted.
  2. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious turkey stuffed acorn squash!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gFiber: 6gSugar: 4g

Notes

Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite vegetables or spices.

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