Air Fryer Stuffed Acorn Squash Rings
Air Fryer Stuffed Acorn Squash Rings are a vibrant and nutritious dish that perfectly marries the earthy sweetness of acorn squash with a delightful stuffing of quinoa, cranberries, and pecans. This recipe is not only visually stunning but also incredibly versatile, making it ideal for dinner parties, holiday gatherings, or a cozy weeknight meal. The air fryer ensures that the squash rings are cooked evenly and retain their delectable flavor while cutting down on prep time. With easy-to-follow instructions and customizable ingredients, this dish will impress both vegetarians and meat lovers alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 acorn squashes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze or lemon juice
Instructions
- Cut each acorn squash into 1 ½-inch rings and remove seeds.
- Brush both sides with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
- Air fry at 375°F for 15–20 minutes until tender.
- In a mixing bowl, combine quinoa, cranberries, pecans, parsley, and balsamic glaze or lemon juice.
- Fill each cooked squash ring with the stuffing mixture.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed acorn squash ring (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg