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Savory Stuffed Mini Pumpkins for Fall Gatherings

Stuffed Mini Pumpkins made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 4 mini pumpkins
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1/2 cup chopped spinach
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese mozzarella or cheddar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for drizzling

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Slice the tops off the mini pumpkins and scoop out the seeds.
  • In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions until translucent.
  • Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted.
  • In a bowl, combine cooked quinoa, sautéed onions, spinach, cheese, garlic powder, herbs, salt, and pepper.
  • Stuff each pumpkin with the filling mixture and place them in a baking dish.
  • Drizzle olive oil over the stuffed pumpkins before covering them with aluminum foil.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
  • Let them cool for a few minutes before serving.