What are the health benefits?

It's high in fiber, protein, and vitamins.

Can it be made ahead?

Yes, you can prepare it a day in advance; just bake before serving.

Serve warm with a drizzle of balsamic glaze.

Vegetables

Roasted acorn squash filled with a savory quinoa mixture, offering a delightful blend of flavors and a healthy dose of nutrients.

Per 100 g

130 kcal

1 half

260 kcal

(200 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
6 g / 100g	25 g / 100g	4 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 15% · Carbs 62% · Fat 23%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 half (200 g, 260 kcal) is 13% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 half takes about 63 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash is number 6 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 76 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Savory Sautéed Spinach	23	3 g
Beet Greens Stir-Fry	35	2.5 g
Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges	90	2 g
Zesty Lime Chili Corn	110	3 g
Sriracha Lime Brussels Sprouts	120	3 g
Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash	130	6 g

Nutrition data updated June 13, 2026.

Serving	Grams	Calories
1 half	200 g	260 kcal
1 cup	150 g	195 kcal

9/10

This dish is nutrient-dense and low in calories, making it ideal for weight loss.

What are the health benefits?: It's high in fiber, protein, and vitamins.
Can it be made ahead?: Yes, you can prepare it a day in advance; just bake before serving.
What is the best serving suggestion?: Serve warm with a drizzle of balsamic glaze.

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