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Wild Rice Stuffed Delicata Squash with Cranberries & Pecans

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This dish combines nutty wild rice with earthy lentils, sweet cranberries, and crunchy pecans, all in a stunning delicata squash. Perfect for any occasion!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3/4 cup wild rice blend, rinsed well
  • 2 medium cloves garlic, minced
  • 12 teaspoons curry powder, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 34 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/3 cup French green lentils, rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/3 cup chopped pecans
  • 3 delicata squash, stems cut off, halved vertically, seeds removed
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  • Sauté onion in olive oil until translucent.
  • Add wild rice and toast for a few minutes.
  • Stir in garlic, curry powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  • Add broth, brown sugar, and lentils; bring to boil, then simmer for 40 minutes.
  • Mix in cranberries and pecans.
  • Prepare delicata squash: cut, scoop seeds, brush with oil, season.
  • Roast squash at 400°F for about 20 minutes.
  • Fill roasted squash with wild rice mixture and garnish with parsley.

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Notes

Monitor pilaf while cooking, adding liquid as necessary.
Experiment with spices to create your preferred flavor balance.

  • Author: Marry
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 6
  • Sodium: 300
  • Fat: 8
  • Saturated Fat: 1
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 45
  • Fiber: 8
  • Protein: 9
  • Cholesterol: 0