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Simanim Stuffed Butternut Squash

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Celebrate tradition with Simanim Stuffed Butternut Squash, a flavorful and wholesome dish combining tender roasted squash with symbolic fillings for a meaningful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large butternut squash, halved and seeds removed
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1/2 cup cooked lentils
  • 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Brush butternut squash halves with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Place squash cut side down on a baking sheet and roast for 40-45 minutes, until tender.
  4. While the squash roasts, heat remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  5. Sauté onion and garlic until softened, about 5 minutes.
  6. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, lentils, sautéed onion and garlic, pomegranate seeds, raisins, walnuts, cinnamon, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  7. Once squash is roasted and cool enough to handle, scoop out some flesh to create a cavity for stuffing, reserving the scooped flesh.
  8. Mix the reserved squash flesh into the quinoa mixture.
  9. Fill each squash half with the stuffing mixture, pressing down gently.
  10. Return stuffed squash to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes to meld flavors.
  11. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, drizzle with tahini sauce or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before serving.

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