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Autumn Lentil and Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash

Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Autumn Lentil and Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash

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. 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 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.

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