Acorn Squash Filled with Moroccan-Spiced Couscous
Acorn Squash Filled with Moroccan-Spiced Couscous pairs caramel-kissed squash with a fragrant filling of cumin-scented couscous, tender chickpeas, and bursts of sweet raisins. The contrast of buttery sweetness and warm spices creates a cozy, balanced bite in every forkful. Serve it for a comforting fall dinner or a festive side that feels special yet relaxed.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 2
Place the squash halves cut-side down on a baking sheet and bake until tender, about 30 minutes.
- 3
Combine the sugar and melted butter in a small bowl, brush the cut sides of the squash with the mixture, and keep the squash warm while you prepare the stuffing.
- 4
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the celery, carrots, and garlic, and cook for 5 minutes. Add the garbanzo beans and raisins, season with cumin, salt, and pepper, and continue cooking and stirring until the vegetables are tender.
- 5
Pour the chicken broth into the skillet and stir in the couscous. Cover the skillet, turn off the heat, and let it sit until the couscous fully absorbs the liquid, about 5 minutes.
- 6
Fill the squash halves with the skillet mixture and serve.
- Calories 494.84 kcal High
- Protein 9.67 g Moderate
- Carbs 85.98 g Moderate
- Total Fat 12.43 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 3.03 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 7.86 mg Low Source
- Sodium 476.52 mg High
- Fiber 5.36 g Moderate
- Sugar 28.46 g High
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 312.0 mg Good Source
- Iron 4.41 mg Good Source
- Potassium 931.59 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 4.41 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 36.43 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Celery
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Acorn Squash Filled with Moroccan Spiced Couscous is a Moroccan side dish recipe made with 13 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Brown Sugar, Butter, Carrot, and Celery. Each serving provides about 494.84 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Acorn Squash Filled with Moroccan-Spiced Couscous?
- It is a Moroccan recipe made with 13 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is Acorn Squash Filled with Moroccan-Spiced Couscous made of?
- The main ingredients are Brown Sugar, Butter, Carrot, Celery, Chicken Broth. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Acorn Squash Filled with Moroccan-Spiced Couscous?
- About 1 hr in total: 15 mins to prepare and 45 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 494.84 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Acorn Squash Filled with Moroccan-Spiced Couscous easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 13 ingredients and 6 steps.
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