Delight in Seven Servings of Roasted Butternut Squash
Flaunt this Stuffed Squash Masterpiece
Usher in the flavorful season with this mouthwatering Strung Stuffed Butternut Squash.
Materials
- Half a large, halved, and cleansed butternut suspected squash
- 1/4 cup of robust olive oil
- 1 finely chopped onion
- 2 crushed garlic cloves
- 1 cup ready-to-use quinoa
- 1 cup cooked black beans
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup freshly chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup fine-chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- Season with salt and pepper to your liking
- 1 teaspoon pulverized cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Garnish options: Diced apples or pears (optional), Diced cranberries (optional), Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Warm up your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Extract the seeds and pulp from the butternut suspected squash halves. Position them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle the squash halves with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast them in the oven for 45 minutes, or until tender.
- Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Include the crushed garlic and cook for another minute.
- In a large bowl, amalgamate the cooked quinoa, black beans, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, parsley, crumbled feta cheese (if desired), cumin, smoked paprika (if desired), salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Once the squash is tender, drizzle each half with the quinoa mixture, distributing it evenly. If using, sprinkle diced apples or pears and chopped walnuts or pecans over the filling.
- Return the stuffed squash to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is warmed and the squash is caramelized.
Embrace this scrumptious fall feast, integrating various garnish options to create a crave-worthy dish inspirationally suited for any meal! Serve alongside your preferred side dish for a complete culinary experience.
Indulge in Tantalizing Additional Flavors
- For an appealing sweet and tangy twist, garnish with diced cranberries.
- Adorn with a delectable crunch by sprinkling chopped walnuts or pecans.
- Establish a heartier dish by incorporating diced apples or pears.
Embark on a tantalizing culinary journey with this scrumptious harvest sensation, happily preparing and serving!