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Low Calorie Stuffed Yellow Squash

A healthy and delicious dish featuring yellow squash stuffed with a flavorful mixture of vegetables and spices, perfect for a light meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Stuffing
  • 2 medium yellow squash halved and seeds removed
  • 1 cup chopped bell pepper any color
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil for cooking
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional

Method
 

Prepare the Squash
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the yellow squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds to create a hollow center.
Cook the Filling
  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and bell pepper, sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  2. Add cooked quinoa, oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Stuff and Bake
  1. Spoon the quinoa mixture into the hollowed squash halves. If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top.
  2. Place the stuffed squash in a baking dish and cover with foil. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the squash is tender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the stuffing with your favorite vegetables or spices.

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