Savory Stuffed Butternut Squash
Bursting with flavors, this dish combines the natural sweetness of butternut squash with a savory stuffing that will leave your taste buds yearning for more!
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 45 minutes mins
Total Time 50 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 433 kcal
Let's gather the ingredients!
- 2 medium butternut squash
- ½ cup couscous cooked
- ⅓ cup pecans chopped
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 cup spinach chopped
- ¼ cup raisins
- ½ tsp curry powder
- ¼ tsp oregano ground
- 4 tbsp tahini
- 1 sprig thyme
Let's Begin!
Preheat oven to 400F.
Cut each butternut squash in half, lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds. On a baking sheet, place the flesh side up. Bake for 45-50 minutes, until fork tender.
In a medium dry skillet over medium heat, add pecans. Cook until toasted, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the spinach, nutritional yeast, raisins, curry powder, oregano, and cooked couscous. Stir to combine and cook until spinach is wilted.
Scoop the filling mixture into the hollow of each butternut squash half. Top with a drizzle of tahini and fresh thyme.
Serve and enjoy with family and friends!
Keyword butternut squash, Easy to Bake, easy to make, Healthy, Savory, squash, Stuffed Butternut Squash, vegan