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How I Make Stuffed Acorn Squash with Orzo, Kale and Tofu
Stuffed Acorn Squash with Orzo, Kale and Tofu is a colorful, veggie-packed meal with crispy tofu. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Why you will love and enjoy Stuffed Acorn Squash with Orzo, Kale and Tofu:
- Sweet roasted squash meets garlicky kale, earthy mushrooms, and nutty sesame seeds for a filling, healthy dinner.
- Crispy tofu on top makes it extra comforting and perfectly textured.
Sweet Roasted Squash Meets Garlic Kale and Mushrooms with Crispy Tofu
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Stuffed Acorn Squash with Orzo, Kale and Tofu
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings depending on size 1x
- Category: Vegan Recipes
- Method: Easy
- Diet: Vegan
Description
This cozy veggie-packed dish is a feast of textures and flavors, perfect for dinner any night. Sweet roasted squash meets garlicky kale, earthy mushrooms, and crispy tofu for a hearty bowl you’ll actually want to eat.
Ingredients
- 2 acorn squash, halved lengthwise, seeds removed
- Salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 cups raw orzo
- 10 ml VOO (virgin olive oil)
- 1 tsp fresh ground pepper
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 200 g thinly sliced shiitake mushrooms
- 1 bunch kale (≈4 cups cleaned and roughly chopped)
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 yellow or red bell pepper, chopped
- Soy sauce, to taste
- 1/2 packet firm tofu, cut into cubes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 475F.
- Cook 2 cups raw orzo according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- Half the 2 acorn squashes, and place them flesh side up, on a baking sheet.
- Brush the exposed flesh with 10 ml VOO and sprinkle with salt and 1 tsp fresh ground pepper.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes until tender (fork test works best).
- In a skillet, heat a little olive oil and sauté 200 g shiitake mushrooms.
- Add 1 tbsp minced garlic and a pinch of salt.
- Cook until mushrooms are tender but not browned.
- Toss in 1 bunch chopped kale and 1 chopped bell pepper.
- Cook until kale is wilted but still bright green. Stir in 2 tbsp sesame seeds.
- Add the cooked orzo and mix everything.
- Season with salt, pepper, and a little soy sauce if desired.
- Spoon the orzo-kale mixture into the roasted squash halves.
- Pop them back in the oven for a few minutes to warm through.
- In a separate pan, fry ½ packet of cubed tofu in a little olive oil until golden and crisp.
- Add soy sauce for extra flavor if you like.
- Serve the stuffed squash with the crispy tofu scattered on top. Enjoy!
Notes
Created, prepared, tried, and tested Esme: SA Tasty Recipes, Saffas Daily Recipes, and EsmeSalon Homemade Recipes
Cozy roasted squash filled with tender orzo, kale, and mushrooms brings warmth to any table. The crispy tofu on top takes it to the next level. Make this hearty stuffed squash and enjoy a comforting dinner tonight
You will enjoy Stuffed Acorn Squash with Orzo Kale and Tofu because every bite combines sweet roasted squash with garlicky kale, tender orzo, mushrooms, and crispy tofu. It’s a colorful, hearty, and flavorful dinner that is simple to prepare and perfect for any night of the week.
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Huh, I need to try this! It sounds like an awesome dinner, even without orzo 🙂
Definitely, you can adapt as you please, I used whatever I had on hand at the time. Enjoy it and thanks for dropping in Mariama