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Wild Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash

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Wild Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash is a vibrant, wholesome dish featuring roasted acorn squash halves filled with a savory wild rice mixture packed with vegetables, herbs, nuts, and dried fruit. It’s a comforting, nutritious, and visually stunning option perfect for cozy dinners or holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

  • 2 acorn squash, halved and seeds removed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup wild rice
  • 2 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins
  • 1/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or sage (or 1/2 tsp dried)
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Brush acorn squash halves with 1 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 35–40 minutes, or until tender.
  3. Meanwhile, cook wild rice in vegetable broth or water according to package instructions. Set aside.
  4. Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion, celery, and carrots for 5–7 minutes until softened.
  5. Add garlic and thyme or sage, cooking for 1 more minute.
  6. Stir in the cooked wild rice, dried cranberries, and chopped nuts. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Turn roasted squash halves cut-side up and fill with the wild rice mixture.
  8. Optional: Sprinkle with Parmesan and return to the oven for 10 minutes to heat through and melt the cheese.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Omit Parmesan or use a plant-based version to make it vegan.Add cooked lentils or chickpeas for extra protein.Try quinoa, farro, or brown rice instead of wild rice for variation.Use sunflower or pumpkin seeds for a nut-free version with crunch.Drizzle with maple syrup or honey before serving for a touch of sweetness.

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