Roasted Stuffed Pumpkins
These Roasted Stuffed Pumpkins are filled with a savory mixture of kale, cranberries, nuts, and Gruyère cheese, and are the perfect side dish to elevate any autumn meal.
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 673kcal
Ingredients
- 4 mini pumpkins or squash
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup kale finely chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup gruyere cheese grated
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375° F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the tops off the pumpkins and scrape out the seeds. Coat the insides with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 20 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 3 minutes, then add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add kale, cranberries, walnuts and dried thyme. Cook for another 5 minutes. Add half the cheese and stir just to combine. Remove from heat.
- Stuff pumpkins with the mixture, then top with the remaining gruyere cheese. Bake for another 8 minutes.
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Notes
- When preparing the pumpkins, don’t forget to scrape out all the seeds and stringy bits from the inside. A clean pumpkin makes for a better presentation and texture. You can also save the seeds for roasting later as a snack.
- The beauty of this recipe is how customizable it is. You can swap out the kale for spinach or Swiss chard, or use dried cherries or raisins in place of cranberries. If you’re not a fan of Gruyère, try using a sharp cheddar or Parmesan for a different flavor profile.
- The stuffing can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge until you’re ready to assemble and bake the pumpkins. This makes it a great dish for entertaining since you can do most of the prep work in advance.
Nutrition
Calories: 673kcal | Carbohydrates: 105g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 254mg | Potassium: 4769mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 50g | Vitamin A: 116627IU | Vitamin C: 129mg | Calcium: 659mg | Iron: 12mg