Savory Vegan Stuffed Butternut Squash

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PREP TIME: 5 mins

COOK TIME: 45 mins

TOTAL TIME: 50 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 medium butternut squash

  • 1/2 cup brown rice medley (or other grain of choice)

  • 1/3 cup pecans, chopped

  • 1 packet Sweet Earth Foods Tuscan Savory Grounds (defrosted if frozen)

  • 1 cup spinach, chopped

  • 1/4 cup raisins

  • 1/2 teaspoon curry powder

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground oregano

  • 3โ€“4 tablespoons tahini

  • Fresh thyme, for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400F.

  • Cut each butternut squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds. On a baking sheet, place flesh side up. Bake for 45-50 minutes, until fork-tender.

  • Meanwhile, cook brown rice medley or other grain according to package directions.

  • In a medium skillet over medium heat, add pecans. Cook until toasted, about 2-3 minutes.

  • Add savory grounds; cook until slightly browned, about 5-7 minutes. Add spinach, raisins, curry powder, oregano, and cooked rice. Stir to combine; cook until spinach is wilted.

  • Scoop filling mixture into the hollow of each butternut squash half. Top with a drizzle of tahini and fresh thyme.

Thank you to https://www.emilieeats.com/ for this recipe

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