Autumn Lentil and Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash
Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

A hearty, plant-based dinner featuring seasonal acorn squash stuffed with a flavorful lentil and quinoa filling, topped with toasted pumpkin seeds.
Ingredients
- 4 small acorn squash, halved and seeded
- 1 cup lentils, cooked
- 1 cup quinoa, cooked
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups kale, chopped
- 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds, toasted
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Place the acorn squash halves cut-side up on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until tender.


