As the leaves change colors and the air starts to cool, it’s the perfect time to cozy up at home with comforting, nutritious dishes that celebrate the flavors of the season. If you’re following a specific diet like SCD, gluten-free, or grain-free, you don’t have to miss out on the joy of fall recipes. This Healthy Autumn recipe offers a delicious way to enjoy a warm, hearty meal while staying true to your dietary needs. Packed with wholesome ingredients and rich seasonal flavors, this dish will be a delightful addition to your menu rotation.
Healthy Autumn Recipe: SCD Gluten-Free Grain-Free Stuffed Acorn Squash
Ingredients:
– 2 medium acorn squashes, halved and seeded
– 1 lb ground turkey
– 1 small onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
– 1/4 cup dried cranberries
– Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Place the acorn squash halves on the prepared baking sheet, cut side down. Bake for 30-40 minutes or until the flesh is tender when pierced with a fork.
3. While the squash is baking, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink.
4. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the turkey. Cook for another 5 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
5. Stir in the ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped walnuts and dried cranberries.
7. Once the acorn squash halves are cooked, remove them from the oven and carefully flip them over with a kitchen utensil.
8. Divide the turkey mixture equally among the acorn squash halves, filling the cavities generously.
9. Return the filled squash halves to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the stuffing to slightly brown.
10. Remove from the oven and garnish each stuffed squash with fresh parsley before serving hot.
These Healthy Autumn Stuffed Acorn Squash are not only visually stunning but also delightfully satisfying. The combination of savory turkey, aromatic spices, crunchy walnuts, and sweet cranberries creates a harmony of flavors that will warm your soul on a chilly evening. The natural sweetness of the acorn squash complements the savory stuffing perfectly, making this dish a crowd-pleaser for a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering with friends. Enjoy this nourishing, comforting meal that brings the essence of autumn to your table, all while staying true to your dietary preferences.
