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Savory Ground Turkey Stuffed Acorn Squash

A perfect blend of flavors and nutrition, this dish features ground turkey stuffed into roasted acorn squash, making it a comforting meal ideal for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Squash
  • 2 pieces acorn squashes, halved and seeds removed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil to drizzle on squash
  • Salt to taste salt to enhance flavors
  • Pepper to taste pepper to enhance flavors
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional) for topping, optional
For the Filling
  • 1 lb ground turkey fresh
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the acorn squashes in half, remove the seeds, and drizzle the cut sides with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
Roasting
  1. Place the acorn squashes cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
Cooking the Filling
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until the onion is translucent.
  2. Add the ground turkey to the skillet, seasoning with dried thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook until the turkey is browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the cooked quinoa until well mixed and heated through.
Stuffing
  1. Flip the roasted acorn squashes over carefully and fill each half with the turkey and quinoa mixture. If using, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
Final Bake
  1. Return the stuffed acorn squashes to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes to meld flavors and melt the cheese.
Serving
  1. Remove from the oven and let them sit for a moment before serving warm.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat on low heat in a pan or in the microwave on medium power.