Acorn squash can be baked, roasted, steamed, sautéed and microwaved. It is high in potassium, and vitamins C and B6.
nonstick cooking spray
3 medium acorn squash
1 1/2 cups cooked brown rice
1/2 cup chopped, unsalted, dry-roasted walnuts
3/4 cup plain bread crumbs
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 egg whites, slightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon sage
2 teaspoons freshly chopped parsley
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Makes 6 servings
Recipe contains: wheat, egg, walnuts
Carb choices per serving: 3
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You can use other winter squash such as butternut, buttercup or kabocha, as well as white or wild rice. For a bit more flavor add dried cranberries or golden raisins.*