Best 4 Squeamish Squash With Rice Recipes

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Embark on a culinary adventure with our tantalizing "Squeamish Squash with Rice" extravaganza. This delightful dish is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring tender roasted butternut squash, aromatic basmati rice, and a medley of spices that will leave your taste buds dancing. Our collection of recipes takes this classic dish to new heights, offering variations that cater to every palate. Whether you prefer a vegan delight, a hearty meat-based rendition, or a tantalizing combination of both, we've got you covered. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to ensure a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making this dish a true crowd-pleaser. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your stove, and prepare to indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SUMMER SQUASH RICE



Summer Squash Rice image

Summer Squash Rice is a quick & easy dish that's ready and on the table in 40 minutes!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Dinner     Entree     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups chicken broth
1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
2 tablespoons butter (divided)
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 cups summer squash (or zucchini, diced ¼")
1 clove garlic (minced)
1 small tomato (diced)
½ cup parmesan cheese (grated)
salt & pepper (to taste )
1 tablespoon parsley (chopped)

Steps:

  • Bring chicken broth, rice, 1 tablespoon of butter, and Italian seasoning to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cover. Cook 15 minutes or until rice is tender.
  • Meanwhile, heat remaining butter over medium heat in a small skillet. Add summer squash and garlic and cook just until squash is tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Once rice is cooked, stir in cooked squash, tomato, parmesan cheese, and salt & pepper to taste. Cover and let rest 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with parsley and additional parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.25 of recipe, Calories 289 kcal, Carbohydrate 41 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 686 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g

ACORN SQUASH STUFFED WITH MUSHROOMS AND RICE



Acorn Squash Stuffed with Mushrooms and Rice image

These work as well on the Thanksgiving table as they do on a meatless Monday.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 acorn squash (1 pound each), halved crosswise, seeded, and bottoms trimmed to lie flat, if necessary
Salt and pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/2 pound cremini or button mushrooms, trimmed and diced small
1 medium yellow onion, diced small
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1/2 cup grated Parmesan (2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, season cut sides of squash with salt and pepper, drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil, and turn cut sides down. Cover sheet tightly with foil and roast until tender, about 35 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium straight-sided skillet, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high. Add mushrooms, onion, and thyme; season with salt and pepper. Saute until mushrooms are golden, 8 minutes. Add rice and broth and bring to a boil; cover and reduce heat to low. Cook until liquid is absorbed, 20 minutes.
  • Remove squash from oven and heat broiler. Carefully scoop out 2 to 3 tablespoons flesh from each squash half and stir into rice; season with salt and pepper. Divide rice mixture among squash halves, sprinkle with Parmesan, and broil until melted, 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432 g, Fat 14 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 3 g

BALSAMIC ROASTED WINTER SQUASH AND WILD RICE SALAD



Balsamic Roasted Winter Squash and Wild Rice Salad image

Squash absorbs the rich, acidic flavor of balsamic vinegar in the most inviting way; the idea of tossing it with the vinegar before roasting comes from Heidi Swanson. Put this delicious autumn salad in your Thanksgiving file. Make sure to cook the wild rice until it begins to splay or you won't get the full nutty flavor of the grains

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     salads and dressings, side dish

Time 2h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup wild rice
3 1/2 cups water or stock (chicken or vegetable)
Salt to taste
2 pounds kabocha or butternut squash, peeled and cut in small dice (about 3 cups peeled and diced, weighing 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 pounds)
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (more to taste)
1 garlic clove, minced or puréed
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons walnut oil, or substitute extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup chopped fresh herbs, like parsley, chives, tarragon
1/2 cup diced celery
1 5- or 6-ounce bag baby arugula or spinach

Steps:

  • Rinse the wild rice. Bring the water or stock to a boil in a medium saucepan, add salt to taste and the rice. Bring back to a boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer 45 minutes, until the rice is tender and has begun to splay. Drain through a strainer, return to the pot and cover the pot with a clean dishtowel. Return the lid to the pot and let sit for 10 minutes
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil. Place the squash in a bowl or directly on the baking sheet and toss with salt to taste, the balsamic vinegar and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Spread on the baking sheet in an even layer and make sure to tip all of the liquid remaining in the bowl over the squash. Roast for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes so that the squash browns evenly. The squash should be tender all the way through. Remove from the heat
  • In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the lemon juice, garlic, salt to taste and mustard. Whisk in the remaining olive oil and the walnut oil
  • Combine the wild rice, squash, herbs and celery in a large bowl. Toss with the dressing. Add salt and pepper to taste. Line a platter, individual plates or a wide salad bowl with the baby spinach or arugula. Top with the salad and serve

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 309, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 924 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

WILD RICE STUFFED SQUASH



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I made this recipe when we invited both our families to celebrate our first Thanksgiving in our new home. There were 37 of us, and those who tried this dish raved about it. -Robin Thompson, Roseville, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 medium acorn squash (about 22 ounces each)
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 package (6 ounces) long grain and wild rice mix
2-1/3 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
3/4 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecan halves, toasted
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Cut each squash crosswise in half; remove and discard seeds. Cut a thin slice from bottom of each half to allow each to lie flat. Place on baking sheets, hollow side up; brush tops with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Bake until almost tender, 30-35 minutes., In a large saucepan, combine rice with contents of seasoning mix, broth, sage and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until rice is tender and liquid is almost absorbed, 23-25 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute celery and onion in remaining oil until tender. Stir in cranberries, pecans and parsley. Remove from heat. Stir in rice mixture., Fill each squash half with about 1/2 cup rice mixture. Return to oven, uncovered, until rice is heated through and squash is tender, 12-15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 593mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of winter squashes, such as butternut, kabocha, and acorn, for a more complex flavor.
  • If you don't have time to roast the squash, you can microwave it for a few minutes until it is tender.
  • Add a bit of grated cheese or chopped nuts to the rice for extra flavor and texture.
  • This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated when you're ready to serve.

Conclusion:

Squeamish Squash with Rice is a delicious and easy-to-make vegetarian dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its combination of roasted squash, fluffy rice, and flavorful spices, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, it's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables!

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