Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash

Brush the 4 acorn squash halves with the olive oil and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and the pepper. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet.

Roast for 20 minutes or until fork-tender.

Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over high heat, combine the quinoa, water, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 12 minutes or until the water has been absorbed.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, mozzarella, apricots, onion, parsley, lemon juice, oregano, smoked paprika, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, garlic, and honey. Stir well. Fold in the cooked quinoa.

Flip the acorn squash halves cut-side up using tongs. Generously fill each half with the quinoa mixture, packing it down and shaping it with a spoon. Sprinkle each squash half with panko bread crumbs. Return to the oven for 10 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the bread crumbs are beginning to brown.

Serve and enjoy!