Savory Stuffed Acorn Squash

A cozy fall favorite that’s hearty, wholesome, and packed with flavor.

This stuffed acorn squash is the perfect blend of comfort food and healthy ingredients. Whether you’re using ground turkey or flavorful sausage, this recipe makes a satisfying, well-balanced meal that’s great for weeknights or sharing with friends.

Ingredients

• 1 medium acorn squash
• ½ lb ground turkey or sausage
• 1 cup chopped zucchini
• ½ small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ cup cooked quinoa (or barley, millet, farro, or rice)
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
• ½ tsp dried sage
• • ½ tsp fresh rosemary or dried
• Olive oil

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Halve squash lengthwise and scoop out seeds.
2. Place cut-side down in a baking dish with 1/4″ hot water. Cover loosely with foil and roast 40 minutes, until tender.
3. While roasting, heat olive oil in a large pan. Cook meat 5–7 min; drain and set aside. Sauté onion and zucchini 5–7 min, add garlic and cook 2–3 min until fragrant. Return meat to pan, stir in spices and 1/4 cup mozzarella.
4. Fill squash halves with mixture (mound if needed). Cover with foil and bake 15–20 min, until heated through.
5. Top with extra cheese if desired. Serve hot.