This Vegan Quinoa Stuffed Squash with Walnuts and Pomegranate will convert even the hardcore meat eater. With quinoa that is delicate and perfectly fluffy, giving this dish all the protein and working with the flavors of walnuts and pomegranate like a match made in heaven. Stuffed into roasted winter squash shells, serving you a wholesome, hearty and healthy meal. Enjoyed on its own for vegans with the added benefit of gluten free too.
To make Vegan Quinoa Stuffed Squash with Walnuts and Pomegranate, you will need the following ingredients:
Preheat the oven to 200 °C (400 °F).
Wash squashes and cut about ¼-⅓ from the top to make a lid. Scoop out all of the center flesh and seeds and set aside to use later.
Rub a little olive or coconut oil all over the squash shells, inside and outside, and sprinkle with sea salt for seasoning.
Place squash shells and lids on a baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes until soft.
Remove seeds from flesh bits and rinse thoroughly under warm water then pat dry and place on a clean baking sheet. Toss squash seeds with olive or coconut oil, thyme, oregano, sea salt and pepper to coat.
Roast squash seeds in the oven for 20-25 minutes until slightly browned and crispy.
Roast walnuts in the oven for about 10 minutes until toasted and fragrant.
Using a fine mesh sieve, rinse 1½ cups quinoa under running water. Place rinsed quinoa in a pot with 2¼ cups water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, cover with the lid and simmer on a low heat until all the liquid is absorbed. Set to stand for 10 minutes then fluff with a fork.
In a medium pan, heat 2 tablespoon olive or coconut oil and add chopped onion and celery.
Add garlic, thyme and oregano and cook for a further 5 minutes.
Add mung beans and season with sea salt and ground black pepper. Stir to mix everything through.
Add the vegetable mix to the cooked quinoa with some roughly chopped walnuts, fresh parsley and season to taste.
Stuff individual squash with the quinoa stuffing and place into the heated oven, bake for another 10 minutes.
Garnish with pomegranate seeds, fresh parsley, thyme and freshly roasted squash seeds to enjoy!
Vegan or not you will totally love these Vegan Quinoa Stuffed Squash with Walnuts and Pomegranate. On their own or as an accompaniment, you won't be disappointed! Try them and tag #cookmerecipes online once you’ve done it!
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