This dish combines the rich and savory flavors of the tapenade with the sweet and earthy notes of roasted vegetables and acorn squash, making it a fantastic fall recipe that's sure to please your taste buds.
Fall Roasted Vegetable and Tapenade Stuffed Acorn Squash
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Fall Roasted Vegetable and Tapenade Stuffed Acorn Squash
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Servings
4
Prep Time
40 minutes
Cook Time
25 minutes
Sweet roasted acorn squash pairs perfectly with hearty sausage-apple stuffing and savory sage for a satisfying fall meal!
Ingredients
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2 acorn squashes, halved and seeds removed
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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1 cup black olive tapenade (prepared)
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1 cup roasted vegetables (e.g., sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, carrots, or butternut squash), diced
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1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
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2 tablespoons fresh chopped sage
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2 tablespoons balsamic glaze (optional, for drizzling)
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Fresh sage leaves for garnish (optional)
Directions
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the Acorn Squash: Brush the inside of the acorn squash halves with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper. Place them on a baking sheet, cut side down. Roast in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until they're tender when pierced with a fork.
Prepare the Filling: While the squash is roasting, combine the black olive tapenade, roasted vegetables, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh chopped sage in a mixing bowl. Mix well to combine.
Fill the Squash: Once the squash halves are tender, remove them from the oven and turn them cut side up. Fill each squash half with the tapenade and vegetable mixture.
Return to Oven: Place the stuffed squash back in the oven and roast for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the filling is heated through, and the tops are slightly browned.
Serve: Once the stuffed acorn squash is cooked, remove it from the oven. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish with fresh sage leaves if desired.
Enjoy: Serve your Fall Roasted Vegetable and Tapenade Stuffed Acorn Squash as a hearty and flavorful fall dish. It's perfect as a side or a main course.