Description
Experience the heartwarming flavors of Southwest Stuffed Acorn Squash. This dish features tender, roasted acorn squash filled with a savory blend of ground turkey, black beans, and fresh vegetables, all seasoned with Southwest spices and topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings, this recipe is both visually stunning and deliciously satisfying. Impress your family and friends while enjoying the ease of preparation!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 acorn squash (medium-sized)
- 1 lb ground turkey or beef (lean)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans (rinsed)
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced, assorted colors)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut each acorn squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Place cut-side up on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle olive oil over the squash halves, season with salt and pepper. Roast for about 30-40 minutes until fork-tender.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent. Add ground turkey or beef; cook until browned.
- Stir in black beans, corn, diced bell peppers, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat through until vegetables are tender.
- Remove roasted squash from the oven; fill each half with the meat mixture and top with shredded cheese.
- Return to the oven for another 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southwest
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg