Forbidden Rice Stuffing with Wild Mushrooms and Delicata Squash
Forbidden Rice Stuffing with Wild Mushrooms and Delicata Squash provides 20g protein and 531 calories per serving as a plant-forward side option. This 10-serving batch preps quickly on the stovetop and pairs with any protein source to round out your macros. Use it to add volume and variety to your rotation while meeting carb and fiber targets.
Ingredients
- •Squash, Delicata
- •Olive oil(45g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •1 teaspoon sea salt
- •Shallot
- •Celery
- •Garlic
- •Italian Pork Sausage(454g)
- •Thyme, Fresh(5g)
- •Rice, Black (Forbidden), Dry(960g)
- •Low Sodium Chicken Broth(960g)
- •Mushrooms, Chanterelle(227g)
- •Parsley, Fresh(80g)
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 375°F with a rack in the center position.
- 2Place the squash on a baking sheet. Brush with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and sprinkle with ½ teaspoon of the salt. Roast for about 20 minutes, or until tender and lightly browned.
- 3Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of the remaining olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is glistening, add the shallots and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant about 1 minute more.
- 4Transfer the vegetables to a medium bowl, and reduce the heat under the saucepan to medium. Add the sausage and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, until cooked through, about 8 minutes. Return the vegetables to the saucepan, then stir in the thyme, rice, chicken stock, remaining ½ teaspoon of salt and 1½ cups water.
- 5Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
- 6Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is glistening, add the mushrooms and cook, stirring, until tender, about 3 minutes.
- 7Transfer the rice to a serving dish and top with the squash and mushrooms. Sprinkle with the parsley and serve. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition — Per Serving
531
calories
20g
protein
17g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 76g
- Saturated fat
- 5.2g
- Sodium
- 388 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 5.3g
10 servings per batch · ~273g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Forbidden Rice Stuffing with Wild Mushrooms and Delicata Squash have per serving?
Each serving provides 20g of protein, 531 calories, 17g fat, and 76g carbs. This is a carbohydrate-forward side dish with modest protein content.
How long does Forbidden Rice Stuffing with Wild Mushrooms and Delicata Squash take to prep and how many servings?
It has quick prep time on the stovetop and yields 10 servings, making it efficient for batch prepping a full week of sides. You're getting multiple meal components from a single cooking session.
Is Forbidden Rice Stuffing with Wild Mushrooms and Delicata Squash good for fat loss?
At 531 calories and only 20g protein per serving, this works better as a carb and vegetable source paired with a separate high-protein main dish rather than as a standalone meal for fat loss. The high carb content (76g) is better suited as a post-workout side during maintenance or surplus phases.
