Best 5 Greek Style Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipes

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**Greek-style stuffed acorn squash** is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a fall or winter meal. The acorn squash is roasted until tender, then stuffed with a mixture of ground beef, rice, vegetables, and spices. The squash is then baked until the filling is cooked through and the squash is heated through. This dish is a great way to use up leftover ground beef, and it is also a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins.

This article includes recipes for three different variations of Greek-style stuffed acorn squash:

* **Classic Greek-style stuffed acorn squash:** This recipe uses a traditional Greek spice blend called **oregano**, **thyme**, **basil**, and **marjoram**. The filling also includes ground beef, rice, onions, celery, and carrots.
* **Mediterranean-style stuffed acorn squash:** This recipe uses a blend of Mediterranean spices, including **cumin**, **paprika**, and **cinnamon**. The filling also includes ground beef, rice, tomatoes, zucchini, and feta cheese.
* **Vegetarian-style stuffed acorn squash:** This recipe is perfect for vegetarians or anyone who wants a meatless meal. The filling includes rice, vegetables, beans, and lentils.

All three of these recipes are easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. You can adjust the amount of spices to your liking, and you can also add or omit ingredients as desired.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GREEK-STYLE STUFFED ACORN SQUASH



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With a truckload of acorn squash in my pantry, I wanted to make stuffed squash in lots of different ways. A bottle of Greek seasoning got my creativity flowing. -Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 medium acorn squash, halved and seeds removed
1 cup lentils
2 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 pound bulk pork sausage
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 teaspoons Greek seasoning
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup french-fried onions
Additional crumbled feta cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place squash halves, cut side up, on a large baking sheet; roast until they can just be pierced with a fork, about 40 minutes. Remove to a wire rack to cool. Meanwhile, place lentils in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, covered, until tender, 20-25 minutes. Drain. Remove and set aside. In the same saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add orzo; cook according to package directions for al dente. Drain, reserving broth., In a large skillet, cook sausage, crumbling meat, until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes; drain. Add lentils and orzo to skillet; remove from heat. Add 1/2 cup feta cheese and Greek seasoning; mix well., Pour reserved chicken broth back into saucepan. Over medium heat, whisk in flour until thickened, then pour into sausage mixture., When cool enough to handle, quarter squash and return to baking sheet. Top with sausage mixture. Bake until squash are tender, about 30 minutes. Before serving, sprinkle with french-fried onions and, if desired, additional feta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 704mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

STUFFED ACORN SQUASH



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Very easy acorn squash with stuffing, that even the kids like, when you want to do something with it besides just butter and brown sugar!

Provided by Weavre

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Acorn Squash Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 acorn squash, halved and seeded
4 tablespoons butter, divided
4 tablespoons brown sugar, divided
2 cups dry bread stuffing mix, divided
1 ½ cups chicken broth, divided
salt and pepper to taste
garlic powder to taste
onion powder to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place squash, face up, in a shallow baking dish. In each half place 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 cup stuffing mix, 3/4 cup chicken broth, salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion powder. Wrap each half tightly with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until squash is very tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1230 calories, Carbohydrate 216.2 g, Cholesterol 66.8 mg, Fat 30.6 g, Fiber 17.4 g, Protein 25.8 g, SaturatedFat 16.4 g, Sodium 4671.2 mg, Sugar 52.4 g

GREEK-STYLE SQUASH



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What a great way to use up all that summer squash! You can almost taste the sunshine in this quick, colorful vegetable dish and the foil packets make for carefree cleanup. -Betty Washburn, Reno, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 small yellow summer squash, thinly sliced
2 small zucchini, thinly sliced
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup pitted ripe olives
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place the yellow squash, zucchini, tomato, olives and onion on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 17x18 in.). Combine the oil, lemon juice, garlic salt, oregano and pepper; drizzle over vegetables. Fold foil around mixture and seal tightly., Grill, covered, over medium heat for 30-35 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape. , Transfer vegetables to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 479mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

STUFFED ACORN SQUASH SUPREME



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Acorn squash is partially cooked in the microwave, then filled with turkey sausage, broccoli, cheese, rice, and apples.

Provided by DRDEDE

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash     Winter Squash     Acorn Squash

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (6 ounce) package broccoli and cheese flavored rice mix
1 pound turkey breakfast sausage
1 medium acorn squash, halved and seeded
½ cup chopped apple
2 teaspoons crushed coriander seed
½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare rice mix according to package directions; cover, and set aside.
  • Place squash halves cut side down onto a plate. Cook the squash in a microwave oven for 5 minutes on High, until tender but firm.
  • In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook sausage until evenly browned; drain, and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the prepared rice, sausage, apple, and coriander. Stuff each squash half with the mixture.
  • Cover stuffed squash halves with plastic wrap, and heat in the microwave until squash is cooked through and soft, about 5 minutes. Remove plastic, and top stuffed squash with cheese. Continue to cook until cheese is melted, about 1 minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 532.4 calories, Carbohydrate 43.1 g, Cholesterol 107.8 mg, Fat 27.1 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 33.7 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 1408.4 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

MOROCCAN-STYLE STUFFED ACORN SQUASH



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Vegetables, garbanzos, raisins and couscous in a lovely Moroccan broth taste delicious inside butter and brown sugar-brushed acorn squash. You can experiment with different vegetables, or add diced chicken. Feel free to be creative with your amounts - I usually freestyle and end up with leftover stuffing mixture, which tastes great on its own the next day. For vegetarians, substitute vegetable broth for the chicken broth.

Provided by TRUCKERDOO

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Acorn Squash Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter, melted
2 large acorn squash, halved and seeded
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
1 cup garbanzo beans, drained
½ cup raisins
1 ½ tablespoons ground cumin
salt and pepper to taste
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1 cup uncooked couscous

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Arrange squash halves cut side down on a baking sheet. Bake 30 minutes, or until tender. Dissolve the sugar in the melted butter. Brush squash with the butter mixture, and keep squash warm while preparing the stuffing.
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, celery, and carrots, and cook 5 minutes. Mix in the garbanzo beans and raisins. Season with cumin, salt, and pepper, and continue to cook and stir until vegetables are tender.
  • Pour the chicken broth into the skillet, and mix in the couscous. Cover skillet, and turn off heat. Allow couscous to absorb liquid for 5 minutes. Stuff squash halves with the skillet mixture to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 502 calories, Carbohydrate 93.8 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 10.7 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 728 mg, Sugar 15.4 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right squash: Select acorn squash that are about the same size and shape, with no blemishes or soft spots.
  • Cook the squash properly: To prevent the squash from becoming mushy, roast it until it is tender but still slightly firm.
  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the stuffing will taste.
  • Don't overstuff the squash: The stuffing should be packed tightly, but not so tightly that it bursts the squash.
  • Bake the squash until the stuffing is cooked through: The stuffing should be hot and bubbly when it is done.
  • Let the squash cool slightly before serving: This will make it easier to handle and will prevent the filling from spilling out.

Conclusion:

Greek-style stuffed acorn squash is an easy and delicious dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its flavorful stuffing and crispy roasted squash exterior, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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