Directions:
To Prepare the Roasted Acorn Squash
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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F
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Cut the tip and tail off of each acorn squash, and them length-wise.
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Scoop the seeds and innards out of each half.
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Drizzle each half with about a tablespoon of olive oil, so that all of the flesh is lightly coated.
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Drizzle each half with about a tablespoon (or two) of honey.
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Sprinkle kosher salt and cinnamon over the squash.
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Place the acorn squash cut-side up on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until the squash is very tender when poked with a fork.
To Prepare the Quinoa stuffing
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Rinse the quinoa well and soak it in a small pot for about 10 minutes.
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Drain the quinoa and add 1.5 cups of water to the pot. Bring the quinoa to a full boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and allow the quinoa to simmer until all of the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the orange zest, orange juice, olive oil, cinnamon, and salt.
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Once the quinoa is finished cooking, transfer it to a large bowl and pour the orange dressing over it.
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Add the remaining ingredients and mix everything together well.
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Scoop desired amount of quinoa stuffing into each acorn squash and serve!
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